Wake Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wake Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.4% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 62 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,297 cfs |
| NID ID | VA041102 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Waterford Park, LLC, Real Estate Developers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wake Lake Dam?
Wake Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wake Lake Dam?
Wake Lake Dam is owned by Waterford Park, LLC, Real Estate Developers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wake Lake Dam?
Wake 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 Wake Lake Dam?
Wake Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.