Chester Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Chester Club Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA041024 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Chester Fishing Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chester Club Dam?
Chester Club Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chester Club Dam?
Chester Club Dam is owned by Chester Fishing Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Chester Club Dam?
Chester Club 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 Chester Club Dam?
Chester Club Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Chester Club Dam last inspected?
Chester Club Dam was last inspected on February 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.