Albright Bridge Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Albright Bridge Dam, located in Albright, West Virginia, stands as a vital water resource structure along the Cheat River.


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Summary

Constructed in 1950, this concrete dam boasts a height of 8 feet and a length of 1202 feet, with a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of water management, with a significant hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of 2013.

Managed by a Public Utility organization, the Albright Bridge Dam is regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring state jurisdiction over its operations, permitting, inspections, and enforcement. The dam, part of the Huntington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply for the region. With its last inspection in 2016 and an inspection frequency of 3 years, the dam is closely monitored to ensure its structural integrity and safety for the community and environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Albright Bridge Dam represents a key infrastructure supporting sustainable water management in West Virginia.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

1202

Dam Height

8

River Or Stream

CHEAT RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

6

Drainage Area

1048

Nid Storage

120

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

8
       
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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.