Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake
Key Takeaway
Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 12.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 554 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | WV02701 |
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
FERNDALE LAKE LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake?
Ferndale Farms Recreation 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 Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake?
Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake is owned by FERNDALE LAKE LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake built?
Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake?
Ferndale Farms Recreation 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 Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake?
Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake 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 Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake last inspected?
Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake was last inspected on November 12, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.