Lake Ridge Ventures Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Ridge Ventures Dam, located in Culpeper, Virginia, is a private dam with a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 61.2 acre-feet.
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Summary
Despite being privately owned, the dam is not regulated by the state and has not undergone inspection or permitting processes. The dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, and its condition assessment is not rated.
This dam, situated in the Baltimore District, lacks detailed information on its construction and purposes. With a surface area of 8.1 acres and a hydraulic height matching its structural height, Lake Ridge Ventures Dam presents an interesting case for water resource and climate enthusiasts. While it may not have the robust regulatory oversight typically associated with public dams, its unique characteristics and location make it a noteworthy structure in Virginia's water infrastructure landscape.
As water resource management becomes increasingly important in the face of climate change, understanding the complexities of dams like Lake Ridge Ventures Dam is crucial. With its storage capacity and potential impact on the surrounding area, this private dam serves as a reminder of the diverse challenges and opportunities in safeguarding our water resources for the future.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
8.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
61.2 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
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.
Lake Ridge Ventures Dam