Lake Pointe Dam, located in Loudoun, Virginia, serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the Beaverdam Run tributary.
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This private dam, with a height of 25 feet and a length of 350 feet, plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam has a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60.3 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 8.2 acres.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Lake Pointe Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. While the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are currently listed as undetermined and not rated, respectively, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are yet to be fully assessed and documented. With the dam designed primarily for flood risk reduction, its significance in safeguarding the community and environment against potential water-related hazards cannot be understated.
Although the specifics of the dam's completion year and recent modifications remain undisclosed, Lake Pointe Dam continues to stand as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the region. With its strategic location and purposeful design, the dam exemplifies the importance of proactive flood risk reduction measures and the collaborative efforts between private owners and state agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of water resources in the area.
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
Beaverdam Run tributary |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
8.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
25 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Chisel Branch
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Chisel Branch Campsite
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Horsepen Branch
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Horsepen Branch Campsite
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Turtle Run Campsite
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Turtle Run
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