Methodist Church Camp Lake
Key Takeaway
Methodist Church Camp Lake is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 33.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | WV08708 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
METHODIST CHURCH ASSOC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Methodist Church Camp Lake?
Methodist Church Camp Lake is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Methodist Church Camp Lake?
Methodist Church Camp Lake is owned by METHODIST CHURCH ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Methodist Church Camp Lake built?
Methodist Church Camp Lake 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 Methodist Church Camp Lake?
Methodist Church Camp 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 Methodist Church Camp Lake?
Methodist Church Camp Lake 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.
When was Methodist Church Camp Lake last inspected?
Methodist Church Camp Lake was last inspected on June 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.