Cedar Lake Dam No.2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cedar Lake Dam No.2, located in Ripley, West Virginia, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1952 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
With a dam height of 32 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet, it holds a maximum storage capacity of 31 acre-feet and a normal storage of 19 acre-feet. The dam spans 140 feet in length and covers a surface area of 2 acres, with a drainage area of 0.31 square miles from the UT of Mill Creek.
Despite its recreational significance, Cedar Lake Dam No.2 is marked by a significant hazard potential and a poor condition assessment, last evaluated in December 2016. The dam undergoes inspections every 3 years, with the latest inspection conducted in January 2018. While it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, its Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment details are not specified in the data. With its location in Jackson County, the dam presents both a picturesque spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts, as well as a structure requiring continued monitoring and potential risk management measures.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
140 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
UT OF MILL CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
32 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Cedar Lake Dam No.2
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