Hartland Dam
Hartland Dam is a dam located in Harrison County, West Virginia, built in 1931. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Hartland Dam
The primary purpose of Hartland Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Clarksburg Water Board (local government). It impounds the West Fork River near Clarksburg.
The dam stands 14 feet tall and stretches 165 feet across, has a storage capacity of 276 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 384 square miles. Completed in 1931, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected 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 02/05/2025.
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Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Harrison |
| Nearest City | Clarksburg |
| River/Stream | West Fork River |
| Coordinates | 39.26889, -80.35639 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 165 ft |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 384 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Clarksburg Water Board |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 02/05/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | WV03336 |
| Federal ID | WV03336 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |