Fye Dam
Key Takeaway
Fye Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 85.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 732 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA083020 |
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
Phillip Crozier
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fye Dam?
Fye 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 Fye Dam?
Fye Dam is owned by Phillip Crozier (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Fye Dam?
Fye Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fye Dam?
Fye Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Fye Dam last inspected?
Fye Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.