Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West)
Key Takeaway
Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West) 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 | 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA095025 |
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
James City County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West)?
Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West) 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 Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West)?
Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West) is owned by James City County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West)?
Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West) 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 Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West)?
Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West) has a dam height of 27 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 Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West) last inspected?
Mirror Lakes Dam No. 1 (West) was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.