Dams in Hampshire County, West Virginia
5Total Dams
1High Hazard
4Significant
Dam Safety in Hampshire County, West Virginia
Hampshire County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 4 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Hampshire County is 58 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Wilson Big Hollow Dam at 32 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Run Lake Dam | High | Not Rated | 25 | Recreation | 1956 |
| Wilson Big Hollow Dam | Significant | Satisfactory | 32 | Recreation | |
| Boone Farms Lake Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 31 | Recreation | 1971 |
| Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake | Significant | Satisfactory | 23 | Recreation | 1971 |
| Compressor Lake Dam | Significant | Satisfactory | 20 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1971 |