Happy Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Happy Creek Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA003186 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Happy Creek Dam?
Happy Creek 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 Happy Creek Dam?
Happy Creek Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Happy Creek Dam?
Happy Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Happy Creek Dam?
Happy Creek Dam has a dam height of 18 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.