Woodberry Forest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodberry Forest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA113016 |
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
Woodberry Forest School
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodberry Forest Lake Dam?
Woodberry Forest 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 Woodberry Forest Lake Dam?
Woodberry Forest Lake Dam is owned by Woodberry Forest School (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Woodberry Forest Lake Dam?
Woodberry Forest Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woodberry Forest Lake Dam?
Woodberry Forest 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 Woodberry Forest Lake Dam last inspected?
Woodberry Forest Lake Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.