Salt Lick Creek No. 9 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

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Summary

9 Dam, also known as Salt Lake Pond, is a local government-owned structure located in Braxton County, West Virginia. Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 62 feet, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Salt Lick Creek. With a storage capacity of 3,246 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 100 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Managed by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, the Salt Lick Creek No. 9 Dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, a recent condition assessment in 2015 deemed the dam to be in satisfactory condition. Emergency action plans are in place, although updates to meet guidelines and prepare inundation maps are still pending.

The risk assessment for this dam indicates a moderate threat level, with no specific risk management measures currently outlined. With its strategic location and vital role in flood risk reduction, the Salt Lick Creek No. 9 Dam remains a key asset in the water resource management infrastructure of West Virginia, safeguarding the local community and environment from potential water-related disasters.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

382

Dam Height

62

River Or Stream

SALT LICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

61

Drainage Area

9.75

Nid Storage

3246

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

62
       
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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.