Salt Lick Creek No.
Wind
Humidity
6 Dam, also known as Pickles Fork, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Burnsville, West Virginia. Constructed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 50 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 444 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters.
Managed by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, the Salt Lick Creek No. 6 Dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition, with a moderate risk rating. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in 2017, indicating a proactive approach to emergency preparedness and risk management.
Located within the Pittsburgh District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam on Pickles Fork serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Its strategic design and maintenance demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding the community from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource and climate management practices.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
355 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
PICKLES FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Nid Storage |
444 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
50 |
L Kanawha River Nr Wildcat
|
108cfs |
Elk River Below Webster Springs
|
376cfs |
Birch River At Herold
|
11cfs |
West Fork R Bl Stonewall Jackson Dam Nr Weston
|
29cfs |
Buckhannon River At Alton
|
122cfs |
W.F. River At Butcherville
|
85cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bulltown
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Riffle Run Campground
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Riffle Run
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Flatwoods KOA
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Gerald R. Freeman
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Gerald R. Freeman Campground
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