Foxtrot Lake Dam

Putnam, West Virginia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Foxtrot Lake Dam is classified as unknown in West Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 15.2% in WV)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
NID IDWV07920

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 26, 1992
State Regulated: No

Ownership

AL SUMMERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Foxtrot Lake Dam?

Foxtrot Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Foxtrot Lake Dam?

Foxtrot Lake Dam is owned by AL SUMMERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Foxtrot Lake Dam?

Foxtrot 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 Foxtrot Lake Dam?

Foxtrot Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Foxtrot Lake Dam last inspected?

Foxtrot Lake Dam was last inspected on March 26, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.