Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154
Key Takeaway
Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 258 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID ID | VA023008 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
General Shale Webster Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154?
Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154?
Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 is owned by General Shale Webster Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154?
Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 has a dam height of 30 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 Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 last inspected?
Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 was last inspected on December 15, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.