Mcelroy Run Dam

West Virginia — Pleasants County — MCELROYS RUN

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyPleasants
RiverMCELROYS RUN
Coordinates39.36444, -81.27444

Physical Characteristics

NID Height243 ft
Dam Height243 ft
Dam Length2,150 ft
NID Storage19,896 acre-ft
Max Storage19,896 acre-ft
Surface Area266 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 28, 2025
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1978
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam TypeOther
Owner TypePublic Utility

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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.

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