Huffman Dam

UNNAMED TRIB OF WEST CREEK· Mason, West Virginia· Built 2010· 35 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Huffman Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 35 ft (taller than 35.9% in WV)
Dam Length250 ft
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDWV05317

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 5, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWWM

Ownership

GEORGE H. HOFFMAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Huffman Dam?

Huffman Dam 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 Huffman Dam?

Huffman Dam is owned by GEORGE H. HOFFMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Huffman Dam built?

Huffman Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Huffman Dam?

Huffman 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 Huffman Dam?

Huffman Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Huffman Dam last inspected?

Huffman Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2015. 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.