Union Carbide H & F Club #3
Key Takeaway
Union Carbide H & F Club #3 is classified as low hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 9.9% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 303 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | WV03929 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BLUE EAGLE LAND CO
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Union Carbide H & F Club #3?
Union Carbide H & F Club #3 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Union Carbide H & F Club #3?
Union Carbide H & F Club #3 is owned by BLUE EAGLE LAND CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Union Carbide H & F Club #3 built?
Union Carbide H & F Club #3 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Union Carbide H & F Club #3?
Union Carbide H & F Club #3 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 Union Carbide H & F Club #3?
Union Carbide H & F Club #3 has a dam height of 20 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 Union Carbide H & F Club #3 last inspected?
Union Carbide H & F Club #3 was last inspected on September 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.