Upper Deckers No. 6

Preston County, West Virginia (near Aurthurdale)

River/Stream: DECKERS CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
24 ft
Dam Length
670 ft
Reservoir Storage
729 acre-ft
Year Completed
1968
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
4,115 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2025-07-31

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
WV07711
State
West Virginia (WV)
Coordinates
39.49833, -79.80944
Age
58 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.