Rachel Hunting & Fishing Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rachel Hunting & Fishing Dam, located in Rachel, West Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1955 primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 25 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 198 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Mods Run, providing a serene setting for fishing and hunting enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.

Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has a high hazard potential but was assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of July 2014. Emergency action preparedness measures are in place, although the last update on emergency contacts was in August 2016. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Rachel Hunting & Fishing Dam is a must-visit destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in the great outdoors.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

269

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

MODS RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

198

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

32
       
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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.