Mc Clintic #16 Dam

MILL CK· Mason, West Virginia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Unknown Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Mc Clintic #16 Dam is classified as unknown in West Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 25.1% in WV)
Dam Length1,847 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage690 acre-ft
Normal Storage138 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDWV05308

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mc Clintic #16 Dam?

Mc Clintic #16 Dam 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 Mc Clintic #16 Dam?

Mc Clintic #16 Dam is owned by WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mc Clintic #16 Dam?

Mc Clintic #16 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 Mc Clintic #16 Dam?

Mc Clintic #16 Dam has a dam height of 30 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.

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.