Lickinghole Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Lickinghole Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA003195 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Lickinghole Creek Dam?
Lickinghole Creek Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lickinghole Creek Dam?
Lickinghole Creek Dam is owned by Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lickinghole Creek Dam?
Lickinghole Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lickinghole Creek Dam?
Lickinghole Creek Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Lickinghole Creek Dam last inspected?
Lickinghole Creek Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.