Crab Orchard Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Crab Orchard Creek 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 | 50 ft (taller than 92.9% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA021002 |
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
IMOK, LLC
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Crab Orchard Creek Dam?
Crab Orchard Creek 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 Crab Orchard Creek Dam?
Crab Orchard Creek Dam is owned by IMOK, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Crab Orchard Creek Dam?
Crab Orchard Creek 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 Crab Orchard Creek Dam?
Crab Orchard Creek Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Crab Orchard Creek Dam last inspected?
Crab Orchard Creek Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.