Sutton, W.Va. - July 25th marks the date for the seventh annual That Dam Race 5k. This race and it's unique and challenging terrain has attracted many runners and walkers to the Sutton Dam for six straight years.
This 5k offers diverse terrain including, blacktop road, steep hills, wooded trail, historic cobble stone, the most unique terrain being the Sutton Dam itself. The US Army Corp of Engineers opens up the top of the dam once a year for this event which is out of the ordinary for most dams.
In this day and age of liability and security concerns the ability to run or walk across the top of the majestic Sutton Dam is a rare treat. Why not be one of the few who will see the town from a bird's eye view? All proceeds from this year's event will go the Braxton County High School track program. Registration is $25.
The race will begin at 8 a.m. with registration starting at 7 a.m. Race shirts will be included with the price of registration while sizes and supplies last. A few new features are being added to the awards this year as well.
The race metals will be custom made out of ceramic and will feature a photo of the beautiful Sutton Dam. The top-over-all men and top-over-all-women runners will also receive a box full of running goodies provided by RunnerBox.
As in previous years, the 5K crew will be conducting a children's dash race, That Darn Race, after the 5k at around 10 a.m. Registration for That Darn Race will take place just before the dash. Participation in That Darn Race is free.
Be sure to follow That Dam Race 5k on Facebook and use the hashtag #DamStrong when sharing your 5k experiences on social media. | 
