Upper Salem Dam
West Virginia — Harrison County
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Harrison |
| Coordinates | 39.29944, -80.55861 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 49 ft |
| Dam Height | 49 ft |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| NID Storage | 634 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 634 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1970 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | CITY OF SALEM |
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.