Ward Impoundment (Lower) Dam
West Virginia, Kanawha County, KANAWHA RIVER
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Kanawha |
| River | KANAWHA RIVER |
| Coordinates | 38.35500, -81.70056 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 152 ft |
| Dam Height | 152 ft |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,050 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,050 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 31, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION |
| Other Name | Northern Dike - Uc Technical Center |
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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.