Wheeling Creek No.23

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMarshall
Nearest CityWHEELING
River/StreamTURKEY RUN
Coordinates39.96778, -80.58389

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height90 ft
Dam Height90 ft
Dam Length632.2 ft
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,391 acre-ft
Max Storage2,391 acre-ft
Normal Storage193 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerWHEELING CREEK WATERSHED COMMISSION
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/30/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV05118
Federal IDWV05118
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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