Bonds Creek Site No. 1
Key Takeaway
Bonds Creek Site No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 58.6% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,326 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WV08503 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF PENNSBORO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bonds Creek Site No. 1?
Bonds Creek Site No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bonds Creek Site No. 1?
Bonds Creek Site No. 1 is owned by CITY OF PENNSBORO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bonds Creek Site No. 1 built?
Bonds Creek Site No. 1 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Bonds Creek Site No. 1?
Bonds Creek Site No. 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bonds Creek Site No. 1?
Bonds Creek Site No. 1 has a dam height of 53 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 Bonds Creek Site No. 1 last inspected?
Bonds Creek Site No. 1 was last inspected on April 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.