Chisholm Dam Upper Farm
Key Takeaway
Chisholm Dam Upper Farm is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 37 ft (taller than 83.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 352 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA003168 |
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
Mary Jane Chisholm
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chisholm Dam Upper Farm?
Chisholm Dam Upper Farm 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 Chisholm Dam Upper Farm?
Chisholm Dam Upper Farm is owned by Mary Jane Chisholm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Chisholm Dam Upper Farm?
Chisholm Dam Upper Farm serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chisholm Dam Upper Farm?
Chisholm Dam Upper Farm has a dam height of 37 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 Chisholm Dam Upper Farm last inspected?
Chisholm Dam Upper Farm was last inspected on December 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.