Lake Jackson Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Jackson Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 246 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 343 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA153006 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Prince William County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson Dam is owned by Prince William County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson 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 Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Jackson Dam last inspected?
Lake Jackson Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.