Miletree Run Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Miletree Run Dam No. 1 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 17.6% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 740 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | WV08702 |
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
CITY OF SPENCER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Miletree Run Dam No. 1?
Miletree Run Dam No. 1 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 Miletree Run Dam No. 1?
Miletree Run Dam No. 1 is owned by CITY OF SPENCER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miletree Run Dam No. 1 built?
Miletree Run Dam No. 1 was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Miletree Run Dam No. 1?
Miletree Run Dam No. 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Miletree Run Dam No. 1?
Miletree Run Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Miletree Run Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Miletree Run Dam No. 1 was last inspected on May 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.