Deegan Lake
Key Takeaway
Deegan Lake is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 31 ft (taller than 27.5% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 298 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 297 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 82 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | WV03322 |
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
CITY OF BRIDGEPORT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Deegan Lake?
Deegan Lake 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 Deegan Lake?
Deegan Lake is owned by CITY OF BRIDGEPORT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deegan Lake built?
Deegan Lake was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Deegan Lake?
Deegan Lake 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 Deegan Lake?
Deegan Lake has a dam height of 31 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 Deegan Lake last inspected?
Deegan Lake was last inspected on October 31, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.