Lake Virginia Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Virginia Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 57 ft (taller than 96.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 845 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 895 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06306 |
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
BILL OGRADY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Virginia Dam?
Lake Virginia 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 Virginia Dam?
Lake Virginia Dam is owned by BILL OGRADY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Virginia Dam built?
Lake Virginia Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Virginia Dam?
Lake Virginia Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Virginia Dam?
Lake Virginia Dam has a dam height of 57 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 Virginia Dam last inspected?
Lake Virginia Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.