Ronnie Wade Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Ronnie Wade Dam, located in Wetzel, West Virginia, is a public utility dam with a primary purpose of "Other." This earth dam stands at a height of 67 feet and has a NID storage capacity of 11.37 acre-feet.
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Summary
While the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," it is designated as having a high hazard potential. The dam is not state-regulated and does not fall under the jurisdiction of any specific agency for permitting, inspection, or enforcement.
Despite its lack of state regulation, Ronnie Wade Dam presents significant risks due to its high hazard potential. Emergency action plans have not been rated or updated, and there is limited information available regarding its risk assessment, management measures, or DSAC assignment date. Given its location and potential hazards, it is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor developments related to Ronnie Wade Dam and advocate for proper oversight and maintenance to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Dam Height |
67 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
11.37 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
67 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ohio River Above Sardis
|
10500cfs |
Captina Cr. At S.R. 148 At Armstrongs Mills
|
25cfs |
Middle Island Creek At Little
|
368cfs |
Wheeling Creek At Elm Grove
|
128cfs |
Wheeling Creek Below Blaine Oh
|
32cfs |
West Fork River At Enterprise
|
533cfs |
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.
Ronnie Wade Dam