Mod Branch Dam No.5

Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMcDowell
Nearest CityHEMPHILL
River/StreamMOD BRANCH
Coordinates37.43667, -81.60722

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length285 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage49 acre-ft
Max Storage49 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCITY OF WELCH
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationUndetermined
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDWV04712
Federal IDWV04712
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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