Lake of The Clouds Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake of The Clouds Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 42 ft (taller than 88.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 227 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA187001 |
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
County of Warren
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake of The Clouds Dam?
Lake of The Clouds 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 of The Clouds Dam?
Lake of The Clouds Dam is owned by County of Warren (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake of The Clouds Dam?
Lake of The Clouds 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 of The Clouds Dam?
Lake of The Clouds Dam has a dam height of 42 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 of The Clouds Dam last inspected?
Lake of The Clouds Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.