Wilson Big Hollow Dam
Wilson Big Hollow Dam is a dam located in Hampshire County, West Virginia. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Wilson Big Hollow Dam
The primary purpose of Wilson Big Hollow Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by James Wilson (private).
The dam stands 32 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 49 acre-feet.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 06/30/2024.
At 32 feet, this dam is taller than 76% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Hampshire |
| Nearest City | Pleasantdale |
| Coordinates | 39.20278, -78.72083 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Height | 32 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | JAMES WILSON |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 06/30/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | WV02708 |
| Federal ID | WV02708 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |