New Cumberland Locks and Dam
West Virginia — Jefferson County — OHIO RIVER
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Jefferson |
| River | OHIO RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.52810, -80.62620 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 64 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 1,599 ft |
| NID Storage | 74,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 74,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,840 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 18, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Pittsburgh District |
| Other Name | New Cumberland 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.