Fresh Water Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Fresh Water Dam, located in East Lynn, West Virginia, serves as a vital water supply structure for the region.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 61 feet and has a storage capacity of 319 acre-feet. While the exact year of completion is unknown, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water for various purposes, highlighting its significance in sustaining the local ecosystem and community.
Managed by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, Fresh Water Dam has a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its condition assessment being marked as "Not Available," the dam's primary purpose of water supply underscores its critical role in supporting the surrounding area. With no state regulation or permitting required, the dam's operation and oversight fall under federal jurisdiction, further emphasizing the need for stringent safety measures and emergency preparedness.
As an Earth-type dam with a length of 650 feet, Fresh Water Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in the face of climate change. Its location in Wayne County, West Virginia, within the Huntington District, highlights the complex interplay between water infrastructure, environmental conservation, and community resilience. By understanding and addressing the risks associated with dams like Fresh Water Dam, we can work towards ensuring a sustainable water future for generations to come.
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
61 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
319 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
61 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
East Fork Twelvepole Creek Near Dunlow
|
25cfs |
Tug Fork At Kermit
|
471cfs |
Hurricane Creek At Hurricane
|
62cfs |
Guyandotte River At Logan
|
870cfs |
Coal River At Tornado
|
640cfs |
Symmes Creek At Aid Oh
|
128cfs |
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 Dam