Lakeland Dam

Unnamed tributary of Dreaming Creek - VAHU6 JM10 Blackwater Creek· Lynchburg, Virginia· Earth· 25 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakeland 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	25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA)
Dam Length	480 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	121 acre-ft
Normal Storage	69 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	1,434 cfs
NID ID	VA680005

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: May 16, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Lakeland Club, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeland Dam?

Lakeland 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 Lakeland Dam?

Lakeland Dam is owned by Lakeland Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lakeland Dam?

Lakeland 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 Lakeland Dam?

Lakeland Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lakeland Dam last inspected?

Lakeland Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.