Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA149027 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nguyen Family
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam?
Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam?
Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam is owned by Nguyen Family (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam?
Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam?
Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam has a dam height of 7 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam last inspected?
Afton Drive/Chappell Creek Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.