Elk-Two Mile No.13
Key Takeaway
Elk-Two Mile No.13 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 53.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,863 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | WV03906 |
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
KANAWHA COUNTY COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Elk-Two Mile No.13?
Elk-Two Mile No.13 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 Elk-Two Mile No.13?
Elk-Two Mile No.13 is owned by KANAWHA COUNTY COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elk-Two Mile No.13 built?
Elk-Two Mile No.13 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Elk-Two Mile No.13?
Elk-Two Mile No.13 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 Elk-Two Mile No.13?
Elk-Two Mile No.13 has a dam height of 48 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 Elk-Two Mile No.13 last inspected?
Elk-Two Mile No.13 was last inspected on May 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.