Located in Monongalia, West Virginia, Lynch Lake is a private recreational reservoir built in 1947 with a maximum storage capacity of 30.2 acre-feet.
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With a surface area of 3 acres and a drainage area of 0.16 square miles, the dam stands at a height of 24.5 feet and spans 320 feet in length. Despite its picturesque setting and primary purpose for recreation, Lynch Lake poses a high hazard potential and has been rated as being in poor condition.
The dam on Lynch Lake is not state-regulated and does not fall under the jurisdiction of West Virginia regulatory agencies for permitting, inspection, or enforcement. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in January 2013, with a recommended inspection frequency of every 2 years. With no emergency action plan in place and a high hazard potential, Lynch Lake presents a potential risk to surrounding areas in the event of a dam failure. The current condition assessment and risk management measures for the dam are unknown, raising concerns among water resource and climate enthusiasts regarding the safety and maintenance of this recreational water resource.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
24.5 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
30.2 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
25 |
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