Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam
West Virginia, Mason County, OHIO RIVER
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mason |
| River | OHIO RIVER |
| Coordinates | 38.68156, -82.18678 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 167 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 1,408 ft |
| NID Storage | 390,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 390,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12,600 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | July 1, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1937 |
| 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.