Laurel Creek Lake No.1
Key Takeaway
Laurel Creek Lake No.1 is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 47 ft (taller than 52.4% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 785 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 408 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | WV05901 |
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
WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Creek Lake No.1?
Laurel Creek Lake No.1 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 Laurel Creek Lake No.1?
Laurel Creek Lake No.1 is owned by WVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Creek Lake No.1 built?
Laurel Creek Lake No.1 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 Laurel Creek Lake No.1?
Laurel Creek Lake No.1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Laurel Creek Lake No.1?
Laurel Creek Lake No.1 has a dam height of 47 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 Laurel Creek Lake No.1 last inspected?
Laurel Creek Lake No.1 was last inspected on March 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.