Mallard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mallard Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. 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 | 16 ft (taller than 6.4% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,844 sq mi |
| NID ID | WV08127 |
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
GLADE ACQUISITIONS, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mallard Lake Dam?
Mallard 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 Mallard Lake Dam?
Mallard Lake Dam is owned by GLADE ACQUISITIONS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mallard Lake Dam?
Mallard 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 Mallard Lake Dam?
Mallard Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Mallard Lake Dam last inspected?
Mallard Lake Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.