Elk-two Mile No.12

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyKanawha
Nearest CityCHARLESTON
River/StreamELK-TWO MILE
Coordinates38.37417, -81.54583

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height66 ft
Dam Height66 ft
Dam Length181 ft
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage233 acre-ft
Max Storage233 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge3,629 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerKANAWHA COUNTY COMMISSION
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/31/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV03905
Federal IDWV03905
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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