Summary
1, also known as Beckley Water CO Dam No. 1, is a concrete dam located in Shady Spring, West Virginia. Built in 1945, this structure plays a crucial role in water supply management for the area. With a height of 37 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet, providing essential resources for the surrounding community.
Owned by a public utility, Glade Creek Dam No. 1 is regulated by the West Virginia Division of Water and Waste Management. The dam is situated on Glade Creek, covering a drainage area of 26.1 square miles. With a high hazard potential, the dam's condition is reported as satisfactory, and it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Calhoun County, West Virginia.
Despite its age, Glade Creek Dam No. 1 continues to meet the water supply needs of the region. With a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres, the dam is an essential component of the local water management system. Its satisfactory condition and high hazard potential highlight the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and reliability of this critical water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
GLADE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
26.1 |
Nid Storage |
147 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
W.Fork Little Kanawha River At Rocksdale
|
95cfs |
Birch River At Herold
|
11cfs |
Elk River At Clay
|
11200cfs |
Elk River At Queen Shoals
|
995cfs |
L Kanawha River Nr Wildcat
|
98cfs |
Peters Creek Near Lockwood
|
53cfs |
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.
Glade Creek Dam No. 1