Pikewood #3 Dam

LAUREL RUN· Monongalia, West Virginia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pikewood #3 Dam is classified as low hazard in West Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 19.4% in WV)
Dam Length165 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Max Discharge92 cfs
NID IDWV06144

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 6, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWWM

Ownership

GREER INDUSTRIES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pikewood #3 Dam?

Pikewood #3 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 Pikewood #3 Dam?

Pikewood #3 Dam is owned by GREER INDUSTRIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pikewood #3 Dam?

Pikewood #3 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 Pikewood #3 Dam?

Pikewood #3 Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Pikewood #3 Dam last inspected?

Pikewood #3 Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.