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Boone Farms Lake Dam, located in Frenchburg, West Virginia, stands as a significant structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
Completed in 1971, this Earth dam boasts a height of 31 feet and a hydraulic height of 29 feet, providing a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Little Cacapon River, offers a serene 2-acre lake for visitors to enjoy various water activities.
Owned privately, Boone Farms Lake Dam is regulated and inspected by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a significant hazard potential but a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the dam remains a key focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region. While lacking certain details such as spillway type and outlet gates, the dam continues to serve as a popular recreational spot for locals and tourists alike, surrounded by the picturesque beauty of Hampshire County in West Virginia.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
289 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CACAPON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
31 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Short Mountain WMA
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Hawk Campground
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Hawk
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Hawk Recreation Area
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Potomac Forks Hiker Biker Campsite
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Potomac Forks Campsite
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Capon Bridge To Ends Just South Of Largent
Begins Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River To Wardensville
Wardensville To The Town Of Capon Bridge
The West Virginia 259 Bridge South Of Wardensville To Ends Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River
Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon
Headwaters Adjacent To Fdt 573 To State Route 622 Bridge