Lake I Dam

Chuckatuck Creek - VAHU6 JL42 - Chuckatuck Creek· Suffolk, Virginia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Lake I Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in VA)
Dam Length2,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage470 acre-ft
Normal Storage470 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA800021

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: September 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

City of Suffolk, Department of Public Utilities

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake I Dam?

Lake I 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 I Dam?

Lake I Dam is owned by City of Suffolk, Department of Public Utilities (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake I Dam?

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

How tall is Lake I Dam?

Lake I Dam has a dam height of 10 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 I Dam last inspected?

Lake I Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2022. 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.