Laurel Run Lake
Key Takeaway
Laurel Run Lake is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 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 | 15 ft (taller than 5.1% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | WV04918 |
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
LAUREL LAKE, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Run Lake?
Laurel Run 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 Laurel Run Lake?
Laurel Run Lake is owned by LAUREL LAKE, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Run Lake built?
Laurel Run Lake was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Run Lake?
Laurel 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 Laurel Run Lake?
Laurel Run Lake has a dam height of 15 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 Run Lake last inspected?
Laurel Run Lake was last inspected on August 11, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.