Brush Creek No.6 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brush Creek No.6 is a vital earth dam located in Mercer, West Virginia, designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily serve the purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Completed in 1962, this dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 26 feet, providing a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 0.23 square miles and a surface area of 2 acres, Brush Creek No.6 plays a crucial role in mitigating the potential impact of flooding in the region.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's Division of Water and Waste Management, this dam has been assessed to be in fair condition as of July 2013. Although it has a high hazard potential, the risk assessment deems the dam's risk level as moderate (3), with regular inspections carried out every 2 years to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type of Brush Creek No.6 and its associated structures have been designed to effectively manage overflow during periods of excessive rainfall.

Overall, Brush Creek No.6 serves as a critical infrastructure in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flood events, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and management of water resources in the face of changing climate patterns. Its strategic location and design underscore the need for continuous monitoring and adherence to regulatory guidelines to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this essential flood risk reduction structure.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

272

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

BRUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

0.23

Nid Storage

96

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

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.