Laurel Creek Dam
West Virginia — Mercer County — LAUREL CREEK
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mercer |
| River | LAUREL CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.40694, -81.01111 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| NID Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 31, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1975 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | TOWN OF ATHENS |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.