Hutchinson Farm Pond

MILL CREEK· Jackson, West Virginia· Built 1966· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Hutchinson Farm Pond is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 8.1% in WV)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDWV03512

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 11, 1998
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CARL HUTCHINSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hutchinson Farm Pond?

Hutchinson Farm Pond 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 Hutchinson Farm Pond?

Hutchinson Farm Pond is owned by CARL HUTCHINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hutchinson Farm Pond built?

Hutchinson Farm Pond was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Hutchinson Farm Pond?

Hutchinson Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hutchinson Farm Pond?

Hutchinson Farm Pond has a dam height of 18 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 Hutchinson Farm Pond last inspected?

Hutchinson Farm Pond was last inspected on November 11, 1998. 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.