Kingston Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kingston Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA810002 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
City of Virginia Beach, Department of Public Works
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kingston Lake Dam?
Kingston 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 Kingston Lake Dam?
Kingston Lake Dam is owned by City of Virginia Beach, Department of Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kingston Lake Dam?
Kingston Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kingston Lake Dam?
Kingston Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Kingston Lake Dam last inspected?
Kingston Lake Dam was last inspected on February 18, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.