Patterson Creek No. 13 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
13 Dam, also known as Rossen Run Dam, is a vital infrastructure located in Burlington, West Virginia, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1967. This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 86 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Rossen Run stream. With a storage capacity of 1,887 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 89 feet, the dam covers a drainage area of 6.88 square miles, providing essential protection to the surrounding communities.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Department of Water Resources Management, Patterson Creek No. 13 Dam is inspected biennially to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. With a high hazard potential due to its location and design, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, emphasizing the importance of effective risk management measures. While currently not rated for its condition assessment, the dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the area from potential flooding events, highlighting its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
As a key component in the flood risk reduction strategy for Grant County, Patterson Creek No. 13 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure asset in the region. With its uncontrolled spillway and stone core type, the dam's design reflects a balance between structural stability and hydraulic functionality. Despite the lack of recent data on its condition assessment, ongoing inspections and emergency preparedness measures ensure the continued effectiveness of the dam in mitigating flood risks and protecting the local community from potential inundation events.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
740 |
Dam Height |
86 |
River Or Stream |
ROSSEN RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
85 |
Drainage Area |
6.88 |
Nid Storage |
1887 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
86 |
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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.
Patterson Creek No. 13 Dam