Patterson Creek No.22 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Patterson Creek No.22, also known as Wild Meadow Run, is a crucial water resource infrastructure located in Burlington, Mineral County, West Virginia.
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Summary
Constructed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 54 feet and spans 490 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential inundation during heavy rainfall events.
With a storage capacity of 825 acre-feet, Patterson Creek No.22 plays a significant role in managing water levels and ensuring the safety of nearby communities. While its condition assessment is rated as fair, the dam is subject to regular inspections to monitor its structural integrity and hazard potential. The dam is regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DWWM) and falls under state jurisdiction for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its age, Patterson Creek No.22 continues to serve as a vital component of the water management system in the region, with a moderate risk assessment rating. As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, the importance of maintaining and upgrading such infrastructure to mitigate flood risks and safeguard communities becomes increasingly evident. The dam's role in flood risk reduction underscores the critical intersection between water resources management and climate adaptation efforts in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
54 |
River Or Stream |
WILD MEADOW RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
2.92 |
Nid Storage |
825 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
54 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Patterson Creek No.22