Upper Mud River No.2a
Key Takeaway
Upper Mud River No.2a is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 75 ft (taller than 76.7% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 25.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 306 acres |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 87,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | WV04307 |
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
LINCOLN COUNTY COMMISSION
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Mud River No.2a?
Upper Mud River No.2a 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 Upper Mud River No.2a?
Upper Mud River No.2a is owned by LINCOLN COUNTY COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Mud River No.2a built?
Upper Mud River No.2a was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Upper Mud River No.2a?
Upper Mud River No.2a serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Mud River No.2a?
Upper Mud River No.2a has a dam height of 75 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 Upper Mud River No.2a last inspected?
Upper Mud River No.2a was last inspected on April 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.