Rockhouse Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Rockhouse Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | WV04531 |
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
Logan County Commission
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rockhouse Creek Dam?
Rockhouse Creek Dam 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 Rockhouse Creek Dam?
Rockhouse Creek Dam is owned by Logan County Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Rockhouse Creek Dam?
Rockhouse Creek 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 Rockhouse Creek Dam?
Rockhouse Creek Dam 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 Rockhouse Creek Dam last inspected?
Rockhouse Creek Dam was last inspected on August 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.