Christopher Lower Multipurpose Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

The Christopher Lower Multipurpose Pond in West Virginia is a privately owned dam that serves various purposes, including water storage and recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 2012, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.33 feet and has a storage capacity of 38.5 acre-feet. Located on Wolf Run in Marshall County, this pond covers a surface area of 3.12 acres and is regulated by the Department of Environmental Protection.

Despite being categorized as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. The last inspection was conducted in November 2012, with a frequency of every three years. The emergency action plan status and risk assessment information for this dam are currently unknown. With its proximity to the city of Rocklick and its function as a multipurpose reservoir, the Christopher Lower Pond plays a significant role in water resource management in the area.

Overall, the Christopher Lower Multipurpose Pond provides essential water storage capabilities while also posing potential risks due to its high hazard potential. With its completion in 2012, this privately owned dam in West Virginia serves multiple purposes, including water storage and recreational opportunities. As a regulated structure under state jurisdiction, ongoing inspections and maintenance are crucial to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the continued functionality of the pond for years to come.

Year Completed

2012

Dam Height

28.33

River Or Stream

WOLF RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.12

Nid Storage

38.5

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

28
       
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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.