Bear Rocks Lake No.3
Key Takeaway
Bear Rocks Lake No.3 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 12.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | WV06903 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Rocks Lake No.3?
Bear Rocks Lake No.3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bear Rocks Lake No.3?
Bear Rocks Lake No.3 is owned by WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Rocks Lake No.3 built?
Bear Rocks Lake No.3 was completed in 1948, making it 78 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bear Rocks Lake No.3?
Bear Rocks Lake No.3 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bear Rocks Lake No.3?
Bear Rocks Lake No.3 has a dam height of 23 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 Bear Rocks Lake No.3 last inspected?
Bear Rocks Lake No.3 was last inspected on April 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.