Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 2,275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 295 sq mi |
| NID ID | WV05315 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam?
Mcclintic Pond #7b 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 Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam?
Mcclintic Pond #7b 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 Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam?
Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam?
Mcclintic Pond #7b 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 Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam last inspected?
Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam was last inspected on March 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.