SOUTH MILL CREEK NEAR MOZER

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February 18, 2025


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N & S Mill Creek Site No. 7, located in Dorcas, West Virginia, is a rockfill dam constructed in 1993 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along South Mill Creek. With a height of 75.2 feet and a storage capacity of 4261.7 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. It is classified as a high hazard potential structure with a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2015.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Division of Water and Waste Management, this dam serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and recreation. Despite its age, N & S Mill Creek Site No. 7 continues to provide essential protection to the surrounding communities, with a spillway designed for uncontrolled discharge in case of excess water levels. The dam's risk assessment indicates moderate risk, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in safeguarding the area from potential flooding events.

Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change -0.54%
Percent of Normal 101%
Minimum 8.81 ft
2010-09-09
Maximum 18.34 ft
2018-06-04
Average 9 ft
Dam_Height 75.2
Hydraulic_Height 72.2
Year_Completed 1993
Nid_Storage 4261.7
Hazard_Potential High
Primary_Dam_Type Rockfill
River_Or_Stream SOUTH MILL CREEK
Foundations Rock, Soil
Surface_Area 48
Outlet_Gates Uncontrolled
Dam_Length 1118
Nid_Height 75
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