Forest Run No. 1 Dam dam
Forest Run No. 1 Dam
Forest Run No. 1 Dam, located in Gap Mills, West Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. With a height of 12.4 feet and a storage capacity of 56.92 acre-feet, this dam is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil getaway. Situated on the Forest Run tributary of Second Creek, the dam offers a serene setting for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities.
Despite its recreational appeal, Forest Run No. 1 Dam has been marked with a poor condition assessment, last inspected in January 2016. The hazard potential of the dam remains undetermined, raising concerns about its structural integrity and safety. With a history of limited state regulation and inspection, there are lingering questions about the long-term maintenance and upkeep of this important water resource in Monroe County.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and advocate for the preservation of our natural landscapes, the future of Forest Run No. 1 Dam remains uncertain. With its picturesque location and potential ecological significance, efforts to address the dam's condition and improve its safety measures will be crucial in ensuring the sustainability of this vital water infrastructure for generations to come.
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 Forest Run No. 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Greenbrier River At Alderson | 1,470 cfs | → |
| Johns Creek At New Castle | 47 cfs | → |
| Greenbrier River At Hilldale | 1,580 cfs | → |
| Potts Creek Near Covington | 107 cfs | → |
| Catawba Creek Near Catawba | 5 cfs | → |
| Dunlap Creek Near Covington | 52 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Forest Run No. 1 Dam.
Boat launches
- Island Park Road 461, Ronceverte
- New River Road Raleigh County
- Island Loop Trail Raleigh County
- Whitethorne Road 5269, Montgomery County
- Reservoir Road Hollins
Campgrounds
- Moncove Lake State Park
- Steel Bridge Campground
- White Rocks
- White Rocks Campground
- The Pines Campground
- Caldwell Fields Group Camping Area
Paddle runs
- Jefferson Nf Boundary Near Confluence With Nettle Hollow To Confluence With Laurel Branch
- Jefferson Nf Boundary (Above Cascades Fall) To Jefferson Nf Boundary (Below Cascades Fall)
- Bluestone Dam To Sandstone
- Bluestone Dam To Gauley Bridge
- Segment D--Gathright Dam To State Route 687 Bridge At Clearwater Park
- The U.S. Route 460 Bridge In Glen Lyn, Virginia To The Maximum Summer Pool Elevation Of Bluestone Lake, South Of Hinton, West Virginia
Track Forest Run No. 1 Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Forest Run No. 1 Dam
Where does the data for Forest Run No. 1 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 Undetermined 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Forest Run No. 1 Dam.