Lowe Amd Impoundment Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lowe Amd Impoundment is a private water resource located in Lumberport, West Virginia.
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Summary
Managed by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, this earth dam stands at a height of 70 feet and spans 350 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 647 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, this impoundment holds a high hazard potential due to its condition assessment being marked as "Not Available".
With its primary purpose listed as "Other", Lowe Amd Impoundment serves as a key component in the local water infrastructure, contributing to water resource management in the region. While lacking detailed information on its structural integrity and emergency preparedness, the impoundment's significant storage capacity and location within the Huntington District suggest its importance in the climate resilience and water supply network of the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change will find Lowe Amd Impoundment an intriguing case study in private dam management and risk assessment.
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
70 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
647 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
70 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Fork River At Enterprise
|
398cfs |
West Fork River Near Mount Clare
|
271cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Barrackville
|
25cfs |
Tygart Valley River At Colfax
|
1380cfs |
Tygart Valley R At Tygart Dam Nr Grafton
|
1320cfs |
W.F. River At Butcherville
|
76cfs |
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.
Lowe Amd Impoundment
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