The Summit - Dam A1
Key Takeaway
The Summit - Dam A1 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 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 | 40 ft (taller than 44.9% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 873 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 939 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 358 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 474 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | WV01917 |
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 A1?
The Summit - Dam A1 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 A1?
The Summit - Dam A1 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 A1 built?
The Summit - Dam A1 was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 A1?
The Summit - Dam A1 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 A1?
The Summit - Dam A1 has a dam height of 40 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 A1 last inspected?
The Summit - Dam A1 was last inspected on June 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.