Sleepy Lake Dam

Chuckatuck Creek direct - VAHU6 JL42 Chuckatuck Creek· Suffolk, Virginia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sleepy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in VA)
Dam Length565 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA800020

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 5, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Sleepy Lake Homeowner's Association (SLHA)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sleepy Lake Dam?

Sleepy 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 Sleepy Lake Dam?

Sleepy Lake Dam is owned by Sleepy Lake Homeowner's Association (SLHA) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sleepy Lake Dam?

Sleepy Lake Dam 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 Sleepy Lake Dam?

Sleepy Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Sleepy Lake Dam last inspected?

Sleepy Lake Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.