Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Hampshire, West Virginia, Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake, also known as Lake Ferndale Dam, is a private water resource gem offering a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts.


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Summary

Built in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet, with a hydraulic height of 22 feet, and a length of 600 feet. The lake has a storage capacity of 554 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 390 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 65 acres.

Managed by the private owner, this recreational lake is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. The dam is regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam's hazard potential is classified as significant, although its condition assessment is deemed satisfactory, with the last inspection conducted in November 2015. Overall, Ferndale Farms Recreation Lake is a picturesque destination for water and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

U.T. SOUTH BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

65

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

554

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

23
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.