Mill Creek No.13
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek No.13 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 92 ft (taller than 85% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 663 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 217 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | WV03525 |
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
JACKSON COUNTY COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek No.13?
Mill Creek No.13 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 Mill Creek No.13?
Mill Creek No.13 is owned by JACKSON COUNTY COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Creek No.13 built?
Mill Creek No.13 was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Mill Creek No.13?
Mill Creek No.13 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Creek No.13?
Mill Creek No.13 has a dam height of 92 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 Mill Creek No.13 last inspected?
Mill Creek No.13 was last inspected on October 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.