Game and Inland Fisheries Dam

Patrick, Virginia· Earth· 31 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Game and Inland Fisheries Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 71.8% in VA)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA141055

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

Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Game and Inland Fisheries Dam?

Game and Inland Fisheries 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 Game and Inland Fisheries Dam?

Game and Inland Fisheries Dam is owned by Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Game and Inland Fisheries Dam?

Game and Inland Fisheries Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Game and Inland Fisheries Dam?

Game and Inland Fisheries Dam has a dam height of 31 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.