Wheeling Creek No. 7 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

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Summary

7, also known as Middle Wheeling Creek Lake, is a local government-owned dam located in Wheeling, West Virginia. Built in 1968 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 98 feet high and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Mid Wheeling Creek. With a storage capacity of 6,462 acre-feet and a normal storage of 302 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 29 acres and has a drainage area of 28.88 square miles.

The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a high hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2013. It is regularly inspected every two years to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its moderate risk rating, Wheeling Creek No. 7 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. The dam is a significant feature along the Mid Wheeling Creek and stands as a testament to effective water resource management in the region.

Wheeling Creek No. 7 is a vital infrastructure within the Huntington District, serving as a key flood risk reduction measure for the local community. With its stone core and rock and soil foundations, this dam continues to stand strong against potential hazards. While it is subject to state regulations and inspections, its satisfactory condition and successful risk management measures make it a noteworthy example of sustainable water resource management in the region.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

680

Dam Height

98

River Or Stream

MID WHEELING CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

29

Hydraulic Height

96

Drainage Area

28.88

Nid Storage

6462

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

98
       
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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.