South Fork No.16 is a critical earth dam located in Pendleton, West Virginia, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1961 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along George Run.
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This dam stands at a height of 73.6 feet with a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1366 acre-feet. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled," this dam has a high hazard potential and was last inspected in April 2015, showing a fair condition assessment.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. The dam's structure, made of stone core and resting on rock and soil foundations, has a hydraulic height of 67.6 feet and a length of 510 feet. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam is equipped with uncontrolled outlet gates and has a maximum discharge capacity of 11,420 cubic feet per second.
In the event of an emergency, details on emergency action plans and preparedness measures are not currently available for South Fork No.16. However, with regular inspections and monitoring of its condition, this dam continues to serve as a vital infrastructure for flood control and protection in the region, showcasing the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in safeguarding communities against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
73.6 |
River Or Stream |
GEORGE RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
46 |
Hydraulic Height |
67.6 |
Nid Storage |
1366 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
74 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Brandywine Recreation Area
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Brandywine campground
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Hone Quarry Campground
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