B & O Dam
West Virginia — Preston County — LITTLE RACOON CREEK
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Preston |
| River | LITTLE RACOON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.37917, -79.83889 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Length | 358 ft |
| NID Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 31, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1904 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | TOWN OF NEWBURG |
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.