Cherry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cherry Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 21 ft (taller than 11.5% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 165 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | WV02903 |
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
PAUL SETTLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherry Lake Dam?
Cherry Lake Dam 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 Cherry Lake Dam?
Cherry Lake Dam is owned by PAUL SETTLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherry Lake Dam built?
Cherry Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Cherry Lake Dam?
Cherry Lake Dam 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 Cherry Lake Dam?
Cherry Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Cherry Lake Dam last inspected?
Cherry Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.