Cedar Lake Dam No.1
Key Takeaway
Cedar Lake Dam No.1 is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 29.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | WV03501 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CEDAR LAKES CONFERENCE CENTER
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Lake Dam No.1?
Cedar Lake Dam No.1 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 Cedar Lake Dam No.1?
Cedar Lake Dam No.1 is owned by CEDAR LAKES CONFERENCE CENTER (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Lake Dam No.1 built?
Cedar Lake Dam No.1 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Cedar Lake Dam No.1?
Cedar Lake Dam No.1 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 Cedar Lake Dam No.1?
Cedar Lake Dam No.1 has a dam height of 32 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 Cedar Lake Dam No.1 last inspected?
Cedar Lake Dam No.1 was last inspected on January 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.