Lakeside Lake
Key Takeaway
Lakeside Lake 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 | 21 ft (taller than 31.6% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA069020 |
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
Frederick County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeside Lake?
Lakeside Lake 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 Lakeside Lake?
Lakeside Lake is owned by Frederick County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lakeside Lake?
Lakeside Lake 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 Lakeside Lake?
Lakeside Lake has a dam height of 21 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.