Bear Rocks Lake No.1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bear Rocks Lake No.1, also known as Rock Lake Dam #1, is a state-regulated recreational dam located in Valley Grove, West Virginia.
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Summary
Built in 1951, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a hydraulic height of 22 feet, with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 2.9 acres and a normal storage capacity of 20 acre-feet.
Despite its recreational appeal, Bear Rocks Lake No.1 poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in April 2015. The dam, situated on Todd Run, is monitored and regulated by the West Virginia Division of Water and Waste Management (DWWM). With its location in Ohio County and proximity to the Huntington District, the dam's maintenance and inspection frequency is crucial to ensure public safety and prevent potential risks associated with its operation.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Bear Rocks Lake No.1 can appreciate its historical significance, engineering design, and role in providing recreational opportunities in the region. With its state-regulated status and high hazard potential, ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts are essential to preserve the dam's integrity and ensure the safety of surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
290 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TODD RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.81 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
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