Colemans Lake Dam

White Oak Creek VAHU6 CU20· Dinwiddie, Virginia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Colemans Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 6% in VA)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage636 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA053008

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Colemans Lake Home Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Colemans Lake Dam?

Colemans Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Colemans Lake Dam?

Colemans Lake Dam is owned by Colemans Lake Home Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Colemans Lake Dam?

Colemans 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 Colemans Lake Dam?

Colemans Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Colemans Lake Dam last inspected?

Colemans Lake Dam was last inspected on March 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.