Mill Run Ws Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mill Run WS Dam, located in Grant, West Virginia, is a privately owned structure that serves as a crucial water supply source.


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Summary

With a height of 17 feet and a storage capacity of 106.7 acre-feet, the dam plays a significant role in providing water to the surrounding area. The dam's normal storage capacity is 88.4 acre-feet, and it covers a surface area of 10.12 acres.

Managed by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, the Mill Run WS Dam has been deemed to have a significant hazard potential but is currently in a satisfactory condition. The dam underwent its last inspection in May 2017, with inspections occurring every three years to ensure its safety and functionality. Although the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, its risk assessment and management measures are yet to be determined.

Overall, the Mill Run WS Dam is a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region, providing essential water supply services. As a privately owned structure regulated by the state, the dam's condition is regularly assessed to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding community. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, the dam continues to play a crucial role in sustaining the water needs of the area.

Dam Length

112

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

MILL RUN

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

10.12

Drainage Area

1.2

Nid Storage

106.7

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

17
       
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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.