Laurel Creek Lake No.1

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMingo
Nearest CityCANTERBURY
River/StreamLAUREL FORK
Coordinates37.84194, -82.21861

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height47 ft
Dam Height47 ft
Dam Length325 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage785 acre-ft
Max Storage785 acre-ft
Normal Storage408 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerWVDNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/31/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV05901
Federal IDWV05901
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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