Camp Tygart Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Tygart Dam is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 15.2% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | WV08303 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF WHEEL/CHAR
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Camp Tygart Dam?
Camp Tygart Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Camp Tygart Dam?
Camp Tygart Dam is owned by CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF WHEEL/CHAR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Tygart Dam built?
Camp Tygart Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Camp Tygart Dam?
Camp Tygart Dam 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 Camp Tygart Dam?
Camp Tygart Dam has a dam height of 25 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.