Bruceton Mills Dam
West Virginia — Preston County — Big Sandy Ck
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Preston |
| River | Big Sandy Ck |
| Coordinates | 39.65972, -79.63806 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| NID Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | August 7, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 7 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1873 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Town of Bruceton Mills |
| Other Name | Old Mill Dam |
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.