A & O Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
A & O Farm Pond is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 35.9% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | WV10704 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
M. DAVID AVINGTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of A & O Farm Pond?
A & O Farm Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates A & O Farm Pond?
A & O Farm Pond is owned by M. DAVID AVINGTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was A & O Farm Pond built?
A & O Farm Pond was completed in 1971, making it 55 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of A & O Farm Pond?
A & O Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is A & O Farm Pond?
A & O Farm Pond has a dam height of 35 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was A & O Farm Pond last inspected?
A & O Farm Pond was last inspected on November 5, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.