Lake Dejarnette Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Dejarnette Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA033041 |
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
Caroline Pines P.O.A., Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Dejarnette Dam?
Lake Dejarnette 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 Lake Dejarnette Dam?
Lake Dejarnette Dam is owned by Caroline Pines P.O.A., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Dejarnette Dam?
Lake Dejarnette 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 Lake Dejarnette Dam?
Lake Dejarnette Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Lake Dejarnette Dam last inspected?
Lake Dejarnette Dam was last inspected on January 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.