Moncove Lake

Monroe County, West Virginia (near GAP MILLS)

River/Stream: DEVIL CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
33 ft
Dam Length
489 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,188 acre-ft
Year Completed
1959
Primary Purpose
Fish and Wildlife Pond
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
16,290 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-06-30

Hazard Classification: High — 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
WV06301
State
West Virginia (WV)
Coordinates
37.61500, -80.35389
Age
67 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.