Sleepy Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Sleepy Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 42.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 225 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WV00301 |
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
WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sleepy Creek Dam?
Sleepy 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 Sleepy Creek Dam?
Sleepy Creek Dam is owned by WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sleepy Creek Dam built?
Sleepy Creek Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Sleepy Creek Dam?
Sleepy 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 Sleepy Creek Dam?
Sleepy Creek Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Sleepy Creek Dam last inspected?
Sleepy Creek Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.