Duncan Run Estates Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Duncan Run Estates Dam, also known as The Estates On Duncan Run Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Blairton, West Virginia.
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Summary
Situated on the Opequon Creek, this dam is regulated and inspected by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection. With a height of 20.5 feet and a length of 230 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 51.1 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.2 acres.
The dam's condition was last assessed in June 2015, with a satisfactory rating and a significant hazard potential. While the emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has undergone inspections every three years. The risk assessment and management measures for the dam are currently unspecified, suggesting the need for further evaluation and planning to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
As a pivotal component of water resource management in the area, Duncan Run Estates Dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water storage. Given its location on a significant waterway and the potential risks associated with its operation, continued monitoring and maintenance will be essential to safeguard the surrounding community and the environment.
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
20.5 |
River Or Stream |
OPEQUON CREEK |
Surface Area |
8.2 |
Drainage Area |
2696 |
Nid Storage |
51.1 |
Structural Height |
20.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Duncan Run Estates Dam