Founders Land Speculators Dam
Key Takeaway
Founders Land Speculators Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.4% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA083062 |
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
Founders Land Speculators, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Founders Land Speculators Dam?
Founders Land Speculators 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 Founders Land Speculators Dam?
Founders Land Speculators Dam is owned by Founders Land Speculators, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Founders Land Speculators Dam?
Founders Land Speculators 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 Founders Land Speculators Dam?
Founders Land Speculators Dam has a dam height of 16 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.