Central Va. Water Storage Corporation
Key Takeaway
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 65 ft (taller than 96.4% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 3,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 816 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 709 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA029040 |
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
Central Virginia Water Storage Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Central Va. Water Storage Corporation?
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation 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 Va. Water Storage Corporation?
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation is owned by Central Virginia Water Storage Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Central Va. Water Storage Corporation?
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Central Va. Water Storage Corporation?
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation has a dam height of 65 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 Va. Water Storage Corporation last inspected?
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation was last inspected on August 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.