Hawks Nest
West Virginia — Fayette County — New River
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Fayette |
| River | New River |
| Coordinates | 38.11840, -81.13150 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 163 ft |
| Dam Height | 85 ft |
| Dam Length | 948 ft |
| NID Storage | 7,323 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,323 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 243 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 22, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1936 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Brookfield Renewable Power LLC NYRO |
| Other Name | Gauley Junction 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.