E.H. Mills Memorial Dam
Key Takeaway
E.H. Mills Memorial Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA177015 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Massaponax Sand & Gravel Corp.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of E.H. Mills Memorial Dam?
E.H. Mills Memorial Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates E.H. Mills Memorial Dam?
E.H. Mills Memorial Dam is owned by Massaponax Sand & Gravel Corp. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of E.H. Mills Memorial Dam?
E.H. Mills Memorial Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is E.H. Mills Memorial Dam?
E.H. Mills Memorial Dam has a dam height of 23 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.