Woodland Lake Dam

TR. OF SO. FORK· Hancock, West Virginia· Built 1969· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Woodland Lake Dam is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 17.6% in WV)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDWV02904

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWWM

Ownership

D. DAWSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woodland Lake Dam?

Woodland Lake Dam 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 Woodland Lake Dam?

Woodland Lake Dam is owned by D. DAWSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Woodland Lake Dam built?

Woodland Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Woodland Lake Dam?

Woodland 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 Woodland Lake Dam?

Woodland Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.