Brewery Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Brewery Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 80% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 684 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA095017 |
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
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brewery Road Dam?
Brewery Road 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 Brewery Road Dam?
Brewery Road Dam is owned by Busch Gardens Williamsburg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Brewery Road Dam?
Brewery Road 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 Brewery Road Dam?
Brewery Road Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Brewery Road Dam last inspected?
Brewery Road Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.