Pendleton Lake dam
Pendleton Lake
Pendleton Lake, located in Tucker, West Virginia, is a picturesque reservoir on Pendleton Creek with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1957, this rockfill dam stands at 27 feet high and has a storage capacity of 605 acre-feet, providing ample water for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. The lake covers a surface area of 14 acres and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of nature.
Managed by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Pendleton Lake is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure the safety and sustainability of its water resources. With a fair condition assessment as of 2013, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. Despite its age, Pendleton Lake continues to be a vital resource for the local community, offering opportunities for recreation and enjoyment against the backdrop of the surrounding scenic landscape.
As a key feature in the Baltimore District, Pendleton Lake serves as a valuable asset for both residents and visitors, providing not only a source of water for recreational activities but also contributing to the ecological diversity of the region. With a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, this man-made reservoir remains a cherished destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike, showcasing the harmonious balance between human intervention and natural beauty in this corner of West Virginia.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Pendleton Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwater R At Davis | 60 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R Nr Davis | 132 cfs | → |
| Dry Fork At Hendricks | 275 cfs | → |
| Cheat River Near Parsons | 810 cfs | → |
| Mcmillan F Near Fort Pendleton | 2 cfs | → |
| North Branch Potomac River At Steyer | 78 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pendleton Lake.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Blackwater Falls State Park
- Camp Site 6
- Camp Site 7
- Horseshoe Recreation And Campground Area
- Brian's Place
- Red Creek Campground
Fishing spots
- Dry Fork
- Snowy Creek
- Broadford Lake
- Little Youghiogheny River Reservoir
- Deep Creek Lake
- Savage River Reservoir
Track Pendleton Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Pendleton Lake
Where does the data for Pendleton Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Pendleton Lake.