Big Bear Lake

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyPreston
Nearest CityBRUCETON MILLS
River/StreamBEAVER CREEK
Coordinates39.60000, -79.50917

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height66 ft
Dam Height66 ft
Dam Length925 ft
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage509 acre-ft
Max Storage509 acre-ft
Normal Storage366 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerALYESKA, INCORPORATED
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/31/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV07720
Federal IDWV07720
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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