Hannibal Locks and Dam
West Virginia — Wetzel County — OHIO RIVER
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wetzel |
| River | OHIO RIVER |
| Coordinates | 39.66711, -80.86346 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 51 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 1,403 ft |
| NID Storage | 130,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 130,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6,650 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 29, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1974 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Pittsburgh District |
| Other Name | Hannibal Pool |
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.