Compton Village Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Compton Village Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| NID ID | VA059105 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Compton Village Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Compton Village Lake Dam?
Compton Village Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Compton Village Lake Dam?
Compton Village Lake Dam is owned by Compton Village Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Compton Village Lake Dam?
Compton Village Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Compton Village Lake Dam?
Compton Village Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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.