Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 2,779 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 74 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | VA017009 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Virginia Electric and Power Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam?
Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam?
Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam is owned by Virginia Electric and Power Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam built?
Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam?
Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam?
Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond 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.
When was Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam last inspected?
Bath County P S Lower Recreation Pond Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.