Fresh Water Impoundment Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Fresh Water Impoundment in Naugatuck, West Virginia, is a private water supply dam with a primary purpose of providing water.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 75 feet tall and stretches 335 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 97 acre-feet. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Mine Safety and Health Administration, indicating its importance in ensuring safety standards are met. With a high hazard potential, the condition assessment of the dam is currently not available, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to prevent any potential risks.
Located in Mingo County, this impoundment is not only a vital water source but also a critical piece of infrastructure in the region. Its significance is underscored by the fact that it is not only privately owned but also not subject to state permitting, inspection, or enforcement requirements. The dam's high hazard potential suggests that it poses a risk to the surrounding area in the event of a failure, emphasizing the need for proactive risk management measures to be implemented. Despite the lack of available data on its condition assessment, the dam's operational status remains crucial for ensuring a reliable water supply for the community.
With a capacity of 97 acre-feet and a height of 75 feet, Fresh Water Impoundment serves as a key water supply structure in the region. While not under direct state regulation, the dam falls under the purview of the Mine Safety and Health Administration, highlighting the importance of maintaining safety standards. The dam's high hazard potential necessitates regular inspections and monitoring to ensure its structural integrity and prevent any potential risks to the community. As a critical component of the local water supply infrastructure, Fresh Water Impoundment plays a vital role in meeting the water needs of the area, underscoring the importance of its maintenance and upkeep for the community's well-being and safety.
Dam Length |
335 |
Dam Height |
75 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
97 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
75 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tug Fork At Kermit
|
406cfs |
Tug Fork At Williamson
|
300cfs |
East Fork Twelvepole Creek Near Dunlow
|
13cfs |
Guyandotte River At Logan
|
1230cfs |
Johns Creek Near Meta
|
22cfs |
Guyandotte River At Man
|
968cfs |
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.
Fresh Water Impoundment