Robert C. Byrd Locks And Dam dam
Robert C. Byrd Locks And Dam
Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam, located in West Virginia along the Ohio River, was completed in 1937 by the US Army Corps of Engineers for the primary purpose of navigation. This concrete dam stands at a structural height of 167 feet and has a spillway width of 1000 feet, allowing for controlled water release. With a capacity of 390,600 acre-feet and a drainage area of 53,300 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and mitigating flood risks in the region.
The dam features two locks, each 1200 feet in length and 110 feet wide, facilitating the movement of vessels along the river. Despite its significant hazard potential and very high-risk assessment, the US Army Corps of Engineers implements rigorous risk management measures to ensure the dam's structural integrity and minimize potential flooding issues. This includes regular inspections, emergency action plan updates, and collaboration with local emergency managers to enhance preparedness and response capabilities in case of a dam-related emergency.
Overall, Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for navigation and recreation, exemplifying the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the face of increasing hydrological challenges. As a Federal-owned structure, it stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to safeguard communities and ecosystems from potential water-related hazards.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Robert C. Byrd Locks And Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Raccoon Creek At Adamsville Oh | 75 cfs | → |
| Symmes Creek At Aid Oh | 27 cfs | → |
| Hurricane Creek At Hurricane | 1 cfs | → |
| Little Raccoon Creek Near Ewington Oh | 18 cfs | → |
| Ohio River At Ironton | 40,000 cfs | → |
| Coal River At Tornado | 248 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Robert C. Byrd Locks And Dam.
Track Robert C. Byrd Locks And Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Robert C. Byrd Locks And Dam
Where does the data for Robert C. Byrd Locks And Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
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