N&S Mill Creek No.16
Key Takeaway
N&S Mill Creek No.16 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 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 | 67 ft (taller than 70.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 549 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 271 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | WV02323 |
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 N&S Mill Creek No.16?
N&S Mill Creek No.16 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 N&S Mill Creek No.16?
N&S Mill Creek No.16 is owned by POTOMAC VALLEY SCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was N&S Mill Creek No.16 built?
N&S Mill Creek No.16 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 N&S Mill Creek No.16?
N&S Mill Creek No.16 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 N&S Mill Creek No.16?
N&S Mill Creek No.16 has a dam height of 67 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 N&S Mill Creek No.16 last inspected?
N&S Mill Creek No.16 was last inspected on March 19, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.