Old Cacapon Power Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Cacapon Power Dam is classified as low hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 7.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | WV06514 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Cacapon Power Dam?
Old Cacapon Power Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Old Cacapon Power Dam?
Old Cacapon Power Dam is owned by WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Cacapon Power Dam built?
Old Cacapon Power Dam was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Old Cacapon Power Dam?
Old Cacapon Power Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Cacapon Power Dam?
Old Cacapon Power Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Old Cacapon Power Dam last inspected?
Old Cacapon Power Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.