Patterson Creek No.24 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Patterson Creek No.24 is a crucial dam located in Mineral County, West Virginia, designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk along the Patterson Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a hydraulic height of 33 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 297 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2014, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Division of Water and Waste Management, Patterson Creek No.24 is part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in the region. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam serves its purpose effectively with a drainage area of 1.11 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 14 acre-feet. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, with appropriate risk management measures in place to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding community in the event of an emergency.
With David B. McKinley representing the area in Congress and the Pittsburgh District overseeing operations, Patterson Creek No.24 remains a critical structure in the water resource management system of West Virginia. As an earth dam with stone core types and a solid foundation on rock and soil, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive infrastructure development to mitigate flood risks and protect the environment and residents in Burlington and beyond.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
382 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
PATTERSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
1.11 |
Nid Storage |
297 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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.24