Patterson Creek No.52

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMineral
Nearest CityFort Ashby
River/StreamMUD RUN
Coordinates39.35306, -78.89056

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length333 ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage299 acre-ft
Max Storage299 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,031 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPotomac Valley CD
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/30/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV05720
Federal IDWV05720
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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