Wildwood Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wildwood Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA079015 |
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
Wildwood Valley Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildwood Valley Lake Dam?
Wildwood Valley 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 Wildwood Valley Lake Dam?
Wildwood Valley Lake Dam is owned by Wildwood Valley Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wildwood Valley Lake Dam?
Wildwood Valley 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 Wildwood Valley Lake Dam?
Wildwood Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Wildwood Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Wildwood Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.