Kingston Lake Dam

Virginia — Virginia Beach County — Wolfsnare Creek to Lynnhaven River Hebden Cove to Lynnhaven River Western Branch VAHU6 CB25 Lynnhaven River

Location

StateVirginia
CountyVirginia Beach
RiverWolfsnare Creek to Lynnhaven River Hebden Cove to Lynnhaven River Western Branch VAHU6 CB25 Lynnhaven River
Coordinates36.86690, -76.09660

Physical Characteristics

NID Height8 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length200 ft
NID Storage72 acre-ft
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 18, 2013
Inspection Frequency6

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Virginia Beach, Department of Public Works
Other NameCity No. 54;Kings Lake;Kingston Lake

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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