Lake Mooney Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Mooney Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 130 ft (taller than 99.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 518 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA179024 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Stafford County - County Administrator
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Mooney Dam?
Lake Mooney Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Mooney Dam?
Lake Mooney Dam is owned by Stafford County - County Administrator (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Mooney Dam?
Lake Mooney 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 Mooney Dam?
Lake Mooney Dam has a dam height of 130 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 Mooney Dam last inspected?
Lake Mooney Dam was last inspected on September 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.