Dams in Hardy County, West Virginia
9Total Dams
8High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Hardy County, West Virginia
Hardy County has 9 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 8 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Hardy County is 50 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is South Fork No. 2 Dam at 123 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Fork No. 2 Dam | High | Fair | 123 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1962 |
| South Fork No. 1 Dam | High | Fair | 122 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1963 |
| South Fork No. 4 Dam | High | Satisfactory | 116 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1965 |
| South Fork No. 5 Dam | High | Satisfactory | 105 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1965 |
| Lost River #4 Dam | High | Satisfactory | 89 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1996 |
| Lost River #10 Dam | High | Satisfactory | 83 | Flood Risk Reduction | 2005 |
| Lost River #27 Dam | High | Satisfactory | 75 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1998 |
| Warden Lake | High | Satisfactory | 30 | Recreation | 1959 |
| Rockcliff | Low | Not Rated | 66 | Recreation | 1968 |