Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam

James River - Archer Creek VAHU6 JM13· Campbell, Virginia· Earth· 32 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA031031

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Framatome Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam?

Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond 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 Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam?

Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam is owned by Framatome Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam?

Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam?

Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam last inspected?

Framatome Storm Water and Fire Pond Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.