New Creek Dam No.9
Key Takeaway
New Creek Dam No.9 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 58 ft (taller than 62.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 453 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | WV05704 |
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
POTOMAC VALLEY SCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of New Creek Dam No.9?
New Creek Dam No.9 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 New Creek Dam No.9?
New Creek Dam No.9 is owned by POTOMAC VALLEY SCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Creek Dam No.9 built?
New Creek Dam No.9 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 New Creek Dam No.9?
New Creek Dam No.9 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is New Creek Dam No.9?
New Creek Dam No.9 has a dam height of 58 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 New Creek Dam No.9 last inspected?
New Creek Dam No.9 was last inspected on March 31, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.