Mcclintic Pond #7b Dam

OLD TOWN CREEK· Mason, West Virginia· Earth· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation State Government

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 Length2,275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area295 sq mi
NID IDWV05315

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: Yes
Last Inspection: March 13, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWWM

Ownership

WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.