Pendleton G.C. Irrigation Lake #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Devolia Dam Lake Heritage Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pendleton G.C.
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Summary
Irrigation Lake #1 is a privately owned water resource located in Caroline, Virginia, designed for irrigation purposes. This earth dam structure has a height of 19 feet, a length of 586 feet, and a storage capacity of 79.2 acre-feet, making it an essential asset for maintaining water supply for agricultural needs in the region. The lake also serves recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 8.21 acres for leisure activities.
Managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Pendleton G.C. Irrigation Lake #1 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its low hazard potential and not yet rated condition assessment, the lake is equipped with emergency action plans and meets guidelines for risk management. With a history dating back to the early 2000s, this water resource plays a crucial role in sustaining the local ecosystem and supporting the surrounding community's water needs.
Located within the jurisdiction of the Baltimore District, Pendleton G.C. Irrigation Lake #1 contributes to water conservation efforts in the area through its efficient design and operational practices. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of such infrastructure become increasingly vital for ensuring water security and resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam Length |
586 |
Dam Height |
19 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.21 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
79.2 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Pendleton G.C. Irrigation Lake #1