U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jennings Randolph Lake

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jennings Randolph Lake Jennings Randolph Lake project, located in Mineral County, West Virginia and Garrett County, Maryland. https://www.nab.usace.army.mil/About/District-Links/

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Jennings Randolph Lake was authorized by the “Flood Control Act” of 1962. Originally named “Bloomington Dam”, it was renamed Jennings Randolph Lake in 1987 to honor the US Senator from West Virginia who was instrumental in this and many other water resource projects across the nation. The dam, rolled earth and rock fill, is 296 feet high, has a crest length of 2,130 feet and contains 10 million cubic yards of material. Jennings Randolph Lake strives to provide water quality improvements and reduce flood damages downstream of the lake, provide a source of water supply for downstream municipalities and industries, and provide the public with recreation opportunities. With a full conservation pool, the lake, controls a drainage area of 263 square miles, and is about 5.5 miles long and has a surface area of 952 acres.

You know what isn’t cool? Drowning. USACE data shows 88% of drowning victims are male, meaning men are about 7 times mor...
06/05/2026

You know what isn’t cool? Drowning. USACE data shows 88% of drowning victims are male, meaning men are about 7 times more likely to drown than women. Gentlemen, if you want to impress someone, start by buckling that life jacket.

06/04/2026

At a recent whitewater release from Jennings Randolph Lake, natural resource specialist and water safety coordinator Joshua discussed the purpose for the release and the recreation opportunities available — with proper water safety gear, of course.

🦺 Remember: life jackets worn, nobody mourns.

(U.S. Army video by David Gray)

Be sure to check out our event calendar for June when planning your next visit to Jennings! 😎
06/04/2026

Be sure to check out our event calendar for June when planning your next visit to Jennings! 😎

Start paddling smart by taking an online safe paddling course. From securing your boat to your vehicle to waterway haza...
06/03/2026

Start paddling smart by taking an online safe paddling course. From securing your boat to your vehicle to waterway hazard identification and what to do during challenging weather, this online course covers everything you need to know to ensure your paddling experience is safe and enjoyable.

Get ready for your day on the water with this free online paddlesports training program brought to you by the ACA and the U.S. Coast guard!

A life jacket can’t save your life if it’s floating on top of the water and you’re sinking to the bottom. Having a life ...
06/01/2026

A life jacket can’t save your life if it’s floating on top of the water and you’re sinking to the bottom. Having a life jacket on your boat, even if it’s “readily accessible,” is not good enough. Please Wear It so you can enjoy boating another day.

05/29/2026

NOTICE: Howell Run Boat Launch and Shaw Beach have reopened. Please be attentive while recreating on the lake to avoid any floating debris.

Fishing is a lot of fun even when a big fish gets away. Please play it safe and always wear a life jacket when fishing f...
05/29/2026

Fishing is a lot of fun even when a big fish gets away. Please play it safe and always wear a life jacket when fishing from a kayak, boat, the shore, or a dock. Please Wear It

A day of fun can quickly turn into a tragic event without a life jacket. By always wearing your life jacket and asking o...
05/27/2026

A day of fun can quickly turn into a tragic event without a life jacket. By always wearing your life jacket and asking others to, it could save your life or the life of someone you care about. Please Wear It

Partying with friends on a boat can be great fun but it can turn tragic in an instant. Watch this fast-paced video to see some young party-goers learn a vit...

The Mineral County Parks and Rec Fun Day event at Shaw Beach is canceled this weekend.
05/26/2026

The Mineral County Parks and Rec Fun Day event at Shaw Beach is canceled this weekend.

Due to the amount of rain we have gotten lately and the lake levels at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jennings Randolph Lake the beach area remains closed at this time. We are going to cancel our event for Saturday.

Today and throughout the year take time to remember the lives lost fighting for our freedom.
05/25/2026

Today and throughout the year take time to remember the lives lost fighting for our freedom.

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1700 Jennings Randolph Lane
Elk Garden, WV
26726

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