Kingston Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Kingston Lake Dam, also known as City No.
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Summary
54, Kings Lake, or Kingston Lake in Norfolk, Virginia, is a local government-owned structure designed by Moffatt & Nichol. This earth dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction and recreation purposes, with a dam height of 7.8 feet and a length of 200 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 55.4 acre-feet, providing essential water resource management for the area. The dam is state-regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring its compliance with inspection, permitting, and enforcement requirements.
Despite its low hazard potential, Kingston Lake Dam's condition assessment is poor and dates back to 2013, indicating a need for maintenance and improvement. The dam's risk assessment has been classified as moderate, highlighting the importance of implementing risk management measures to enhance its safety and reliability. While it currently has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam's associated structures remain unlisted. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Kingston Lake Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding communities from flooding and supporting recreational activities along the Wolfsnare Creek to Lynnhaven River.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and management of dams will find Kingston Lake Dam to be a compelling case study. With its unique design features, state regulatory oversight, and identified maintenance needs, this dam presents an opportunity for stakeholders to collaborate on improving its condition and ensuring long-term sustainability. By addressing the dam's poor condition assessment and implementing effective risk management measures, the local government can enhance the resilience of Kingston Lake Dam and safeguard the water resources it serves for future generations.
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
7.8 |
River Or Stream |
Wolfsnare Creek to Lynnhaven River Hebden Cove to Lynnhaven River Western Branch VAHU6 CB25 Lynnhave |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
71.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pasquotank River Near South Mills
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51cfs |
Blackwater River Near Dendron
|
129cfs |
Blackwater River Near Franklin
|
260cfs |
Nottoway River Near Sebrell
|
885cfs |
Potecasi Creek Near Union
|
12cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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