Dixon-Parson Dam

Elliotts Creek - VAHU6 CB46 Lower Chesapeake Bay - Cherrystone Inlet· Northampton, Virginia· Earth· 8 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Dixon-Parson Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in VA)
Dam Length40 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
NID IDVA131001

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dixon-Parson Dam?

Dixon-Parson 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 Dixon-Parson Dam?

Dixon-Parson Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dixon-Parson Dam?

Dixon-Parson Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dixon-Parson Dam?

Dixon-Parson Dam has a dam height of 8 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.