South Fork No. 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

2 Dam, also known as Stump Run Dam, is a key flood risk reduction structure located in Moorefield, Hardy County, West Virginia. Constructed in 1962 and designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at an impressive height of 123.1 feet, with a hydraulic height of 107.1 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 1,447 acre-feet and a normal storage of 58 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 690 feet and has a surface area of 39.9 acres, providing essential protection to the surrounding area.

Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's Division of Water and Waste Management, South Fork No. 2 Dam has a high hazard potential and is considered to be in fair condition as of its last assessment in 2014. With a moderate risk rating of 3, the dam has been inspected every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. While the dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, it has not undergone significant modifications since its completion, highlighting its reliability in mitigating flood risks in the region.

South Fork No. 2 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the community from potential flooding events and is a vital component of the local water resource management efforts. With its strategic location on Stump Run and its solid construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction infrastructure in West Virginia. The ongoing monitoring and maintenance of South Fork No. 2 Dam ensure that it continues to serve its critical function and safeguard the surrounding area from the impacts of extreme weather events.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

690

Dam Height

123.1

River Or Stream

STUMP RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

39.9

Hydraulic Height

107.1

Nid Storage

1447

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

123
       
Seasonal Comparison

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

South Fork No. 2 DamSO FK SOUTH BRANCH POTOMAC R NR MOOREFIELD Preview So Fk South Branch Potomac R Nr Moorefield
42.1cfs
42cfs
South Fork No. 2 DamSO. BRANCH POTOMAC RIVER NR PETERSBURG Preview So. Branch Potomac River Nr Petersburg
198.0cfs
198cfs
South Fork No. 2 DamN F SOUTH BR POTOMAC R AT CABINS Preview N F South Br Potomac R At Cabins
134.0cfs
134cfs
South Fork No. 2 DamN F SHENANDOAH RIVER AT COOTES STORE Preview N F Shenandoah River At Cootes Store
13.3cfs
13cfs
South Fork No. 2 DamN F SHENANDOAH RIVER AT MOUNT JACKSON Preview N F Shenandoah River At Mount Jackson
67.0cfs
67cfs
South Fork No. 2 DamSO FK SO BR POTOMAC R AT BRANDYWINE Preview So Fk So Br Potomac R At Brandywine
19.2cfs
19cfs

Dam Data Reference

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.
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