Markwood Cedar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Markwood Cedar Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in West Virginia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 33.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 297 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| NID ID | WV05733 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SHARON MARKWOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Markwood Cedar Lake Dam?
Markwood Cedar Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Markwood Cedar Lake Dam?
Markwood Cedar Lake Dam is owned by SHARON MARKWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Markwood Cedar Lake Dam?
Markwood Cedar Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.