Pullman No. 1 dam
Pullman No. 1
Pullman No. 1 is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Pullman, West Virginia, along the Slab Creek river. Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 37.5 feet high, with a storage capacity of 80.1 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 55 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 9.2 acres and has a drainage area of 0.29 square miles, serving as a vital protection measure for the surrounding area.
Managed by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Pullman No. 1 has a high hazard potential but is currently rated as satisfactory in terms of condition assessment. Although it operates with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its functionality and safety. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Pullman No. 1 plays a crucial role in protecting the community from potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of water resource management in climate resilience efforts.
This dam, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, not only serves as a protective barrier but also highlights the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and federal designers. With its strategic location and efficient design, Pullman No. 1 stands as a testament to the importance of proactive measures in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources and infrastructure.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Pullman No. 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Island Creek At Little | 103 cfs | → |
| Little Kanawha River At Palestine | 216 cfs | → |
| W.F. River At Butcherville | 58 cfs | → |
| W.Fork Little Kanawha River At Rocksdale | 14 cfs | → |
| West Fork R Bl Stonewall Jackson Dam Nr Weston | 20 cfs | → |
| Little Muskingum River At Bloomfield Oh | 37 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pullman No. 1.
Boat launches
- County Route 5/6 Ritchie County
- Frontier Boat Launch
- New Matamoras Village Ramp
- West Adams Street Paden City
- Lewis County
- State Park Trail Lewis County
Campgrounds
- North Bend State Park Campground
- Leith Run Recreation Area
- Cedar Creek State Park
- Kittie Wilson
- Lane Farm Campground
- Stonewall Jackson State Park
Paddle runs
Track Pullman No. 1 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Pullman No. 1
Where does the data for Pullman No. 1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Pullman No. 1.