Patterson Creek No.21
West Virginia — Mineral County — MILL CREEK
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mineral |
| River | MILL CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.33417, -78.99111 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 78 ft |
| Dam Height | 78 ft |
| Dam Length | 665 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,567 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,567 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 30, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1984 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Potomac Valley CD |
| Other Name | Mill Creek |
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.