Brush Creek No. 19a Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

19a, also known as Kee Reservoir, is a vital water resource located in Edison, Mercer County, West Virginia. This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1975, serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Middle Fork river. With a height of 48 feet and a storage capacity of 2313 acre-feet, this reservoir covers a surface area of 68 acres and has a drainage area of 2.05 square miles.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Brush Creek No. 19a has a fair condition assessment and high hazard potential. Despite these risks, the dam meets inspection and permitting requirements, with the last inspection conducted in September 2015. The emergency action plan (EAP) for this reservoir was last revised in March 2018, ensuring that necessary measures are in place to address any potential emergencies.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Brush Creek No. 19a provides a fascinating study in flood risk reduction and reservoir management. With its strategic location in Mercer County and its significant storage capacity, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding the design, condition, and regulatory oversight of structures like Brush Creek No. 19a is essential for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of our water infrastructure.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

845

Dam Height

48

River Or Stream

MIDDLE FORK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

68

Hydraulic Height

41

Drainage Area

2.05

Nid Storage

2313

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

48
       
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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.