Newpage Westvaco Dam
Maryland, Allegany County, Potomac River
Location
| State | Maryland |
| County | Allegany |
| River | Potomac River |
| Coordinates | 39.47220, -79.06060 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 407 ft |
| NID Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | August 30, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1913 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Verso Corporation |
| Other Name | Luke Mill Dam;Potomac River |
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.