Marmet Locks and Dam
West Virginia — Kanawha County — KANAWHA RIVER
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Kanawha |
| River | KANAWHA RIVER |
| Coordinates | 38.25335, -81.56754 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 101 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 973 ft |
| NID Storage | 30,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 30,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,300 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 27, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1934 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Huntington District |
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.