Kaliya Ghat Dam
Key Takeaway
Kaliya Ghat Dam is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 54.6% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | WV05119 |
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
NEW VRINDABAN COMMUNITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kaliya Ghat Dam?
Kaliya Ghat Dam 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 Kaliya Ghat Dam?
Kaliya Ghat Dam is owned by NEW VRINDABAN COMMUNITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaliya Ghat Dam built?
Kaliya Ghat Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Kaliya Ghat Dam?
Kaliya Ghat 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 Kaliya Ghat Dam?
Kaliya Ghat Dam has a dam height of 49 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.