Saltlick Creek No. 9 Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyBraxton
Nearest CityBurnsville
River/StreamSALTLICK CREEK
Coordinates38.73167, -80.59528

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height69 ft
Dam Height69 ft
Dam Length390 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,106 acre-ft
Max Storage3,106 acre-ft
Normal Storage131 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge29,475 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerElk Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/31/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV00706
Federal IDWV00706
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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