Little Beaver Dam, located in Raleigh County, West Virginia, is a state-regulated structure on Little Beaver Creek with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The masonry dam stands at 23 feet high and spans 512 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres. Completed in 1941, the dam has a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a normal storage capacity of 126 acre-feet, making it a significant water resource in the area.
With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of August 2012, Little Beaver Dam is inspected every two years to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam's emergency action plan was last reviewed in October 2017, and while no inundation maps or risk assessments are currently available, the structure has not been modified since its completion. Despite its age, Little Beaver Dam continues to serve as a vital recreational resource in the region, attracting visitors and water resource enthusiasts alike to its picturesque location on Little Beaver Creek.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
512 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
9.19 |
Nid Storage |
241 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
23 |
Piney Creek At Raleigh
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35cfs |
New River At Thurmond
|
3650cfs |
Bluestone River Near Pipestem
|
163cfs |
Greenbrier River At Hilldale
|
575cfs |
Greenbrier River At Alderson
|
569cfs |
Meadow River At Nallen
|
264cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Primitive Camping
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Army Camp
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Summit Bechtel Reserve
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Berry's Campground
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Bluestone State Park
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