Lost River #27 Dam
West Virginia — Hardy County — UPPER COVE RUN
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Hardy |
| River | UPPER COVE RUN |
| Coordinates | 38.84722, -78.83000 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Length | 922 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,009 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,009 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 31, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1998 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Potomac Valley CD |
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.