Crooked Run Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crooked Run Lake Dam, also known as Camp Tall Timbers, is a privately owned recreational dam located in Hooks Mills, West Virginia.


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Summary

The dam, completed in 1956, is primarily used for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet. It has a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking.

Managed by the West Virginia Division of Water and Waste Management, the dam is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about its maintenance and emergency preparedness. With its picturesque location along a tributary of the Cacapon River, Crooked Run Lake Dam offers a serene environment for visitors to enjoy nature and engage in outdoor recreation.

Although the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared or updated, it remains a popular destination for those seeking a tranquil escape in Hampshire County, West Virginia. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, it is crucial to monitor the dam's condition assessment, risk management measures, and any potential updates to its emergency protocols. Crooked Run Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment of natural resources and the need for responsible stewardship to ensure the safety and sustainability of our environment.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

353

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR. OF CACAPON

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

26

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

25
       
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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.