Travis Lower Lake
Key Takeaway
Travis Lower Lake is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 156 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | VA033007 |
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
Fort Walker
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Travis Lower Lake?
Travis Lower Lake 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 Travis Lower Lake?
Travis Lower Lake is owned by Fort Walker (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Travis Lower Lake built?
Travis Lower Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Travis Lower Lake?
Travis Lower Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Travis Lower Lake?
Travis Lower Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Travis Lower Lake last inspected?
Travis Lower Lake was last inspected on July 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.