Penniman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Penniman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 1.3% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 788 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| NID ID | VA199006 |
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
DOD USN
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Penniman Lake Dam?
Penniman Lake 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 Penniman Lake Dam?
Penniman Lake Dam is owned by DOD USN (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Penniman Lake Dam built?
Penniman Lake Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Penniman Lake Dam?
Penniman Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Penniman Lake Dam?
Penniman Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Penniman Lake Dam last inspected?
Penniman Lake Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.