Lee's Fishing Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lee's Fishing Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 25.1% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 211 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | WV04301 |
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
OREN JOHNSTON
Private
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High Hazard 61 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lee's Fishing Lake Dam?
Lee's Fishing Lake Dam 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 Lee's Fishing Lake Dam?
Lee's Fishing Lake Dam is owned by OREN JOHNSTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee's Fishing Lake Dam built?
Lee's Fishing Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Lee's Fishing Lake Dam?
Lee's Fishing Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lee's Fishing Lake Dam?
Lee's Fishing Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Lee's Fishing Lake Dam last inspected?
Lee's Fishing Lake Dam was last inspected on March 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.