Lake Vista Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Lake Vista Dam #1 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 | 30 ft (taller than 67.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA019021 |
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
Lake Vista Property Owner's Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Vista Dam #1?
Lake Vista Dam #1 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 Vista Dam #1?
Lake Vista Dam #1 is owned by Lake Vista Property Owner's Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Vista Dam #1?
Lake Vista Dam #1 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 Vista Dam #1?
Lake Vista Dam #1 has a dam height of 30 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 Vista Dam #1 last inspected?
Lake Vista Dam #1 was last inspected on November 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.