Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 80% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 351 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA187010 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Apple Mountain Lake Property Owners Association;Apple Mountain Lakes Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam?
Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam?
Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam is owned by Apple Mountain Lake Property Owners Association;Apple Mountain Lakes Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam?
Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam?
Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam last inspected?
Apple Mountain Upper Lake Dam was last inspected on November 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.