Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 52.4% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 277 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 221 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WV00303 |
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
SLEEPY HOLLOW LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam?
Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam 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 Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam?
Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam is owned by SLEEPY HOLLOW LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam built?
Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hollow Creek Dam?
Sleepy Hollow 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 Hollow Creek Dam?
Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Hollow Creek Dam last inspected?
Sleepy Hollow Creek Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.