Central Crossing Dam

Trib to Muncuin Creek· King William, Virginia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Central Crossing Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,664 cfs
NID IDVA101026

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 24, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Central Crossing Property Owners Assoc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Central Crossing Dam?

Central Crossing 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 Central Crossing Dam?

Central Crossing Dam is owned by Central Crossing Property Owners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Central Crossing Dam?

Central Crossing 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 Central Crossing Dam?

Central Crossing Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Central Crossing Dam last inspected?

Central Crossing Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.