Watoga Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyPocahontas
Nearest CitySEEBERT
River/StreamISLAND LICK RUN
Coordinates38.11819, -80.12889

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length247 ft
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage432 acre-ft
Max Storage432 acre-ft
Normal Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge16,641 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerWVDNR, PARKS
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/30/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV07501
Federal IDWV07501
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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