South Fork No.
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4 Dam, also known as Rodabaugh Run, is a key structure in Hardy, West Virginia, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1965. This earth dam stands at a height of 116.7 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Rodabaugh Run. With a maximum storage capacity of 2941 acre-feet and a normal storage of 181 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating potential disasters in the area.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Division of Water and Waste Management, South Fork No. 4 Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 46,840 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the structure has not been modified in recent years and is inspected every two years to ensure its integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) has been last revised in 2018, and the risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues. With its strategic location and critical role in flood risk reduction, South Fork No. 4 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
860 |
Dam Height |
116.7 |
River Or Stream |
RODABAUGH RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
70 |
Hydraulic Height |
104.7 |
Nid Storage |
2941 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
117 |