Bendale Dam

Lewis County, West Virginia (near Bendale)

River/Stream: West Fork River

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
14 ft
Dam Length
158 ft
Reservoir Storage
180 acre-ft
Year Completed
1924
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
7,900 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2025-04-24

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
WV04111
State
West Virginia (WV)
Coordinates
39.01417, -80.48306
Age
102 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.