12th Street Intake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

The 12th Street Intake Dam in Elkins, West Virginia, is a crucial structure for water supply purposes in the area.


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Summary

Owned by the local government and regulated by the state, this concrete dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 217 feet. With a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 140 acre-feet, it serves to provide water to the surrounding community.

Situated on the Monongahela River within the Huntington District, the 12th Street Intake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition as per the last inspection in April 2015. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, it is regularly inspected every 7 years to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With a drainage area of 172,160 square miles, this dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the region.

This dam is a testament to the importance of infrastructure in maintaining a reliable water supply for communities, especially in the face of changing climate patterns. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to recognize the role of structures like the 12th Street Intake Dam in ensuring the sustainability of our water sources and preparing for potential emergencies.

Dam Length

217

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

MONONGAHELA

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

35

Drainage Area

172160

Nid Storage

150

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

10
       
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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.