Upper Salem Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyHarrison
Nearest CitySALEM
River/StreamDOG'S RUN
Coordinates39.29944, -80.55861

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height49 ft
Dam Height49 ft
Dam Length420 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage634 acre-ft
Max Storage634 acre-ft
Normal Storage450 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF SALEM
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/31/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV03301
Federal IDWV03301
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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