Lunenburg Beach Dam
Key Takeaway
Lunenburg Beach Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 361 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,884 cfs |
| NID ID | VA111004 |
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
Town of Victoria
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lunenburg Beach Dam?
Lunenburg Beach 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 Lunenburg Beach Dam?
Lunenburg Beach Dam is owned by Town of Victoria (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lunenburg Beach Dam?
Lunenburg Beach Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lunenburg Beach Dam?
Lunenburg Beach Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Lunenburg Beach Dam last inspected?
Lunenburg Beach Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.