Lake Drummond Dam

LAKE DRUMMOND· Chesapeake, Virginia· Gravity· 33 ft tall
Unknown Navigation Recreation Water Supply Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Lake Drummond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is navigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 76.7% in VA)
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage22.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage22.0K acre-ft
NID IDVA550001

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Drummond Dam?

Lake Drummond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Drummond Dam?

Lake Drummond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Drummond Dam?

Lake Drummond Dam serves the following purposes: Navigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Drummond Dam?

Lake Drummond Dam has a dam height of 33 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.

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.