Glade Run Lake

GLADE RUN· Webster, West Virginia· Built 1960· Rockfill· 32 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Glade Run Lake is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 29.3% in WV)
Dam Length237 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDWV10103

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: August 15, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FOREST SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Glade Run Lake?

Glade Run Lake 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 Glade Run Lake?

Glade Run Lake is owned by USDA FOREST SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Glade Run Lake built?

Glade Run Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Glade Run Lake?

Glade Run 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 Glade Run Lake?

Glade Run Lake 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 Glade Run Lake last inspected?

Glade Run Lake was last inspected on August 15, 2013. 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.