Summary
Standing at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 27 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 565 acre-feet and a surface area of 26 acres. The dam, situated on Teter Creek, is under the regulatory oversight of the West Virginia Division of Water and Waste Management, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of 2014, Teter Creek Lake Dam # 1 has undergone regular inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity. Although no spillway or outlet gates are present, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide valuable water storage and recreational benefits, making it an essential part of the water resource infrastructure in Barbour County, West Virginia.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TETER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
2.61 |
Nid Storage |
565 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tygart Valley River At Belington
|
277cfs |
Tygart Valley River At Philippi
|
763cfs |
Cheat River Near Parsons
|
520cfs |
Middle Fork River At Audra
|
155cfs |
Buckhannon River At Hall
|
313cfs |
Dry Fork At Hendricks
|
195cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Teter Creek Lake Dam # 1
Route 33/8 To Jobs Run Near Porterwood