Crosspointe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Crosspointe Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059014 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Crosspointe Swim and Racquet, Inc.;Crosspointe Swim and Racquet, Inc.;Crosspointe Swim and Racquet, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crosspointe Lake Dam?
Crosspointe Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Crosspointe Lake Dam?
Crosspointe Lake Dam is owned by Crosspointe Swim and Racquet, Inc.;Crosspointe Swim and Racquet, Inc.;Crosspointe Swim and Racquet, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Crosspointe Lake Dam?
Crosspointe Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crosspointe Lake Dam?
Crosspointe Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Crosspointe Lake Dam last inspected?
Crosspointe Lake Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.