Holliday Lake Dam

HOLIDAY CREEK· Buckingham, Virginia· Gravity· 48 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Holliday 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 48 ft (taller than 92.4% in VA)
Dam Length177 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage1.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.4K acre-ft
Surface Area111 acres
Drainage Area20 sq mi
NID IDVA011001

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 29, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Department of Conservation & Recreation - Division of State Parks

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holliday Lake Dam?

Holliday 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 Holliday Lake Dam?

Holliday Lake Dam is owned by Department of Conservation & Recreation - Division of State Parks (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Holliday Lake Dam?

Holliday 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 Holliday Lake Dam?

Holliday Lake Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Holliday Lake Dam last inspected?

Holliday Lake Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2020. 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.