Moses Fork Fishing Lake dam
Moses Fork Fishing Lake
Moses Fork Fishing Lake, also known as Asbury Lake Dam, is a private recreational spot located in Dunlow, West Virginia. The dam, completed in 1959, stands at a height of 25 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. With a surface area of 2 acres and a drainage area of 0.45 square miles, this rockfill dam on Right Fork offers a serene setting for fishing and other water activities.
Managed by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Moses Fork Fishing Lake is regularly inspected for safety and is deemed to have a fair condition assessment as of March 2015. With a high hazard potential, the dam is equipped with emergency action plans to ensure the safety of the surrounding community in case of any unforeseen incidents. The dam also meets state regulatory standards, including permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Moses Fork Fishing Lake to be a hidden gem in Wayne County, West Virginia. The picturesque setting, combined with the recreational opportunities it offers, makes it an ideal destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Moses Fork Fishing Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Twelvepole Creek Near Dunlow | 9 cfs | → |
| Tug Fork At Kermit | 457 cfs | → |
| Tug Fork At Williamson | 356 cfs | → |
| Levisa Fork At Paintsville | 561 cfs | → |
| Guyandotte River At Logan | 358 cfs | → |
| Johns Creek Near Meta | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Moses Fork Fishing Lake.
Boat launches
- Lick Creek Boat Dock
- Bartram Branch Boat Ramp
- Mudlick Branch Boat Ramp
- Levisa Fork Boat Ramp
- Logan County
Campgrounds
- Cabwaylingo State Forest
- Chief Logan State Park
- German Bridge - Dewey Lake
- Jenny Wiley State Park
- Hatfield’S Hideout Riverfront Cabins And Campground
- Paintsville Lake State Park
Paddle runs
Track Moses Fork Fishing Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Moses Fork Fishing Lake
Where does the data for Moses Fork Fishing Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Moses Fork Fishing Lake.