Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA810047 |
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
King's Grant Community League
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam?
Great Neck Lake # 7 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 Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam?
Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam is owned by King's Grant Community League (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam?
Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam?
Great Neck Lake # 7 Dam has a dam height of 7 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.