Appalachian Lake

FIKE RUN· Preston, West Virginia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Appalachian Lake is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 5.1% in WV)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
NID IDWV07729

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 11, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWWM

Ownership

DAVID D. SMITH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Appalachian Lake?

Appalachian Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Appalachian Lake?

Appalachian Lake is owned by DAVID D. SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Appalachian Lake?

Appalachian Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Appalachian Lake?

Appalachian Lake has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Appalachian Lake last inspected?

Appalachian Lake was last inspected on April 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.