Dabney Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dabney Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | VA085051 |
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
Hanover County, Dept. of Public Works
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dabney Lake Dam?
Dabney 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 Dabney Lake Dam?
Dabney Lake Dam is owned by Hanover County, Dept. of Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dabney Lake Dam built?
Dabney Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dabney Lake Dam?
Dabney 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 Dabney Lake Dam?
Dabney Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Dabney Lake Dam last inspected?
Dabney Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.