Daves Fork No.3

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMercer
Nearest CityPRINCETON
River/StreamCHRISTIAN FORK
Coordinates37.36806, -81.04444

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length760 ft
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage630 acre-ft
Max Storage630 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge6,500 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDWV05514
Federal IDWV05514
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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