Albright Bridge Dam
Albright Bridge Dam is a concrete dam located in Preston County, West Virginia, built in 1950. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Albright Bridge Dam
The primary purpose of Albright Bridge 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 Allegheny Power (public utility). It impounds the Cheat River near Albright.
The dam stands 8 feet tall and stretches 1,202 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 30 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 1,048 square miles. Completed in 1950, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
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 02/28/2025.
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Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Preston |
| Nearest City | Albright |
| River/Stream | Cheat River |
| Coordinates | 39.49028, -79.63944 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,202 ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,048 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Allegheny Power |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 02/28/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | WV07723 |
| Federal ID | WV07723 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |