Airlie Dam
Key Takeaway
Airlie Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 783 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 441 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 335 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA061015 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Kimmaren Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Airlie Dam?
Airlie Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Airlie Dam?
Airlie Dam is owned by Kimmaren Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Airlie Dam?
Airlie Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Airlie Dam?
Airlie Dam has a dam height of 19 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.