Izac Lake Dam

LICKING HOLE CREEK· Louisa, Virginia· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 80% in VA)
Dam Length875 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage830 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDVA109022

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: October 9, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Shenandoah Resort Community Assoc., Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Izac Lake Dam?

Izac 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 Izac Lake Dam?

Izac Lake Dam is owned by Shenandoah Resort Community Assoc., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Izac Lake Dam?

Izac 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 Izac Lake Dam?

Izac Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Izac Lake Dam last inspected?

Izac Lake Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2014. 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.