Stumpy Lake Dam

North Landing River, Gum Swamp Intercoastal Waterway - VAHU6 AS12 Chesapeake Canal· Chesapeake, Virginia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Water Supply Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Stumpy Lake Dam 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 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in VA)
Dam Length2,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage731 acre-ft
Surface Area344 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
NID IDVA810003

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

City of Virginia Beach, Department of Public Utilities;City of Virginia Beach, Department of Public Utilities

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stumpy Lake Dam?

Stumpy Lake 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 Stumpy Lake Dam?

Stumpy Lake Dam is owned by City of Virginia Beach, Department of Public Utilities;City of Virginia Beach, Department of Public Utilities (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stumpy Lake Dam?

Stumpy Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stumpy Lake Dam?

Stumpy 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 Stumpy Lake Dam last inspected?

Stumpy Lake Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2021. 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.