Brush Creek No.10, also known as Green Run, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Mercer, West Virginia.
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Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 47 feet and has a hydraulic height of 41 feet, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the tributary of Brush Creek. With a normal storage capacity of 16 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 632 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 4 acres and drains a 1.2 square mile area.
Despite its fair condition assessment in 2013, Brush Creek No.10 has a hazard potential rated as high, indicating the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, although no associated locks are present. The risk assessment for this structure is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date not specified. With a designated inspection frequency of 2 and the last inspection conducted in September 2015, ongoing risk management measures are essential to mitigate any potential hazards associated with this critical flood control infrastructure in Mercer, West Virginia.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
284 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
TR OF BRUSH CK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
632 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
47 |
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|
20cfs |
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|
1410cfs |
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|
73cfs |
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|
168cfs |
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|
60cfs |
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|
76cfs |