Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam
Key Takeaway
Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. 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) |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WV01702 |
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
WV DOH
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam?
Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam 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 Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam?
Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam is owned by WV DOH (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam built?
Us Rte 50 Impoundment 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.
How tall is Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam?
Us Rte 50 Impoundment Dam 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.