Patterson Creek No.45
West Virginia — Mineral County — GRAVE YARD RUN
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mineral |
| River | GRAVE YARD RUN |
| Coordinates | 39.49139, -78.77389 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 43 ft |
| Dam Height | 43 ft |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| NID Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 30, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1969 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Potomac Valley CD |
| Other Name | Grave Yard Run |
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.