Dams in Ohio County, West Virginia
8Total Dams
7High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Ohio County, West Virginia
Ohio County has 8 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 7 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 3 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Ohio County is 69 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Wheeling Creek No. 7 at 97 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeling Creek No. 7 | High | Satisfactory | 97 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1968 |
| Tunnel Ridge Slurry Cell A | High | Not Available | 60 | Tailings | |
| Millcrest Farm Pond | High | Not Rated | 56 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1965 |
| Bear Rocks Lake No.2 | High | Poor | 35 | Recreation | 1948 |
| Schenk Lake | High | Satisfactory | 30 | Recreation | 1953 |
| Bear Rocks Lake No.1 | High | Poor | 25 | Recreation | 1951 |
| Bear Rocks Lake No.3 | High | Poor | 23 | Recreation | 1948 |
| Pike Island Locks And Dam | Significant | Not Available | 64 | Navigation | 1965 |