The Summit - Dam 1.2
Key Takeaway
The Summit - Dam 1.2 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 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 | 34 ft (taller than 33.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 83 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | WV01919 |
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
BSA SUMMIT GROUP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of The Summit - Dam 1.2?
The Summit - Dam 1.2 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 The Summit - Dam 1.2?
The Summit - Dam 1.2 is owned by BSA SUMMIT GROUP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was The Summit - Dam 1.2 built?
The Summit - Dam 1.2 was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 The Summit - Dam 1.2?
The Summit - Dam 1.2 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 The Summit - Dam 1.2?
The Summit - Dam 1.2 has a dam height of 34 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 The Summit - Dam 1.2 last inspected?
The Summit - Dam 1.2 was last inspected on June 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.