Lost River #10 Dam, located in Hardy, West Virginia, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along Camp Branch.
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Completed in 2005 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with stone core types stands as a testament to the collaboration between local government and federal agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of the surrounding communities. The dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's Division of Water and Waste Management, ensuring its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations.
With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2015, Lost River #10 Dam remains a pivotal structure in managing flood risks in the area. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has been deemed to meet guidelines in emergency action plan preparations. The risk assessment categorizes the dam as moderate, with moderate risk management measures in place to mitigate potential hazards. The local government's commitment to maintaining the dam's safety underscores the importance of water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns and increased flood risks.
Year Completed |
2005 |
River Or Stream |
CAMP BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Trout Pond Campground
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Trout Pond
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Trout Pond Recreation Area
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Wolf Gap Recreation Area
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Wolf Gap
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