Tug Fork At Statts Mills Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Tug Fork at Statts Mills, WV in West Virginia is a popular location for outdoor recreation and agriculture.


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Summary

The area has a rich history dating back to the 1800s when the first settlers established farms and mills along the Tug Fork River. The hydrology of the area is characterized by a moderate to high gradient stream system that is typically fed by snowpack and rainfall. The specific surface flow of the river is influenced by several factors, including topography, land use, and weather patterns. The snowpack providers in the area include the Appalachian Mountains, which receive significant amounts of snowfall during the winter months. Agriculture is an important industry in the region, with local farmers utilizing the fertile soil to grow crops and raise livestock. Recreational activities in the area include fishing, boating, hiking, and camping.

Reservoir Details

Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change -0.27%
Percent of Normal 101%
Minimum 36.02 ft
2019-10-07
Maximum 66.13 ft
2011-11-24
Average 51 ft
       
Seasonal Comparison
Gage Height, Ft Levels

Weather Forecast

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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.