Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA041068 |
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;Virginia Electric and Power Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam?
Chesterfield Discharge Basin 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 Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam?
Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam is owned by Virginia Electric and Power Company;Virginia Electric and Power Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam?
Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam?
Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam last inspected?
Chesterfield Discharge Basin Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.