Chopping Branch Dam
Key Takeaway
Chopping Branch Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | VA003105 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mackey Farms Holding, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chopping Branch Dam?
Chopping Branch Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chopping Branch Dam?
Chopping Branch Dam is owned by Mackey Farms Holding, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chopping Branch Dam built?
Chopping Branch Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Chopping Branch Dam?
Chopping Branch 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 Chopping Branch Dam?
Chopping Branch Dam has a dam height of 22 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.