Hartland Dam

WEST FORK· Harrison, West Virginia· Built 1931· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hartland Dam is classified as low hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in WV)
Dam Length165 ft
Normal Storage276 acre-ft
Drainage Area384 sq mi
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)
NID IDWV03336

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 16, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWWM

Ownership

CLARKSBURG WATER BOARD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hartland Dam?

Hartland Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hartland Dam?

Hartland Dam is owned by CLARKSBURG WATER BOARD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hartland Dam built?

Hartland Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Hartland Dam?

Hartland Dam 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 Hartland Dam?

Hartland Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Hartland Dam last inspected?

Hartland Dam was last inspected on August 16, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.