Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 29.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WV08511 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF PENNSBORO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2?
Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2?
Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 is owned by TOWN OF PENNSBORO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 built?
Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2?
Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 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 Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2?
Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 has a dam height of 32 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 Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 last inspected?
Pennsboro Water Supply Dam #2 was last inspected on April 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.