Spruce Island Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Spruce Island Lake is a private water resource located in Tucker, West Virginia, with a dam completed in 1973 for the purposes of recreation and other activities.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 107 acre-feet. The lake covers a surface area of 45 acres and is situated on the Sand Run stream, within the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its private ownership, Spruce Island Lake falls under state regulation by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, with regular inspections ensuring its structural integrity and safety. The dam has been deemed to have a significant hazard potential, but its condition assessment in 2012 was satisfactory. The lake is a popular recreational spot in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its serene surroundings and opportunities for outdoor activities. With its location in a picturesque setting near Davis, Spruce Island Lake is a hidden gem for those who appreciate the beauty and importance of water resources in the region.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

1710

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

SAND RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

45

Nid Storage

190

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

16
       
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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.