Hurricane Water Supply Reservoir Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Washington Poplar Fork Dam
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
The Hurricane Water Supply Reservoir, located in Putnam, West Virginia, is a concrete gravity dam completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of water supply.
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Summary
With a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a surface area of 24.25 acres, this reservoir plays a crucial role in providing water to the city of Hurricane. The dam stands at a height of 15.9 feet and has a hydraulic height of 7 feet, ensuring the efficient management of water resources in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, this reservoir has a low hazard potential and is considered to be in satisfactory condition. Despite its age, the Hurricane Water Supply Reservoir continues to meet the water supply needs of the community and has a regular inspection frequency of 5 years. With its strategic location on Mill Creek, this reservoir serves as a vital resource for mitigating the impacts of climate change and ensuring a reliable water supply for the region.
In the face of increasing environmental challenges, the Hurricane Water Supply Reservoir stands as a resilient infrastructure asset, ready to adapt to changing conditions. With a history of effective operation and maintenance, this reservoir exemplifies the importance of sustainable water management practices in the context of climate variability. As a critical component of the water supply system in Putnam County, this reservoir plays a key role in safeguarding water resources for future generations while promoting resilience in the face of climate-related uncertainties.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
15.9 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
24.25 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
5.52 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hurricane Creek At Hurricane
|
12cfs |
Coal River At Tornado
|
391cfs |
Kanawha River At Charleston
|
4570cfs |
Pocatalico River At Sissonville
|
48cfs |
Big Coal River At Ashford
|
234cfs |
Symmes Creek At Aid Oh
|
92cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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