Chesterfield Power Station Uap
Key Takeaway
Chesterfield Power Station Uap is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is debris control. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 9,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 759 cfs |
| NID ID | VA041045 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Virginia Electric and Power Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Chesterfield Power Station Uap?
Chesterfield Power Station Uap is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chesterfield Power Station Uap?
Chesterfield Power Station Uap is owned by 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 Power Station Uap?
Chesterfield Power Station Uap serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chesterfield Power Station Uap?
Chesterfield Power Station Uap has a dam height of 25 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 Power Station Uap last inspected?
Chesterfield Power Station Uap was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.