Glade Creek Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Glade Creek Dam No. 2 is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 61 ft (taller than 65% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 93 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | WV08106 |
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
BECKLEY WATER COMPANY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Glade Creek Dam No. 2?
Glade Creek Dam No. 2 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 Glade Creek Dam No. 2?
Glade Creek Dam No. 2 is owned by BECKLEY WATER COMPANY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glade Creek Dam No. 2 built?
Glade Creek Dam No. 2 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Glade Creek Dam No. 2?
Glade Creek Dam No. 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Glade Creek Dam No. 2?
Glade Creek Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 61 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 Glade Creek Dam No. 2 last inspected?
Glade Creek Dam No. 2 was last inspected on March 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.