King William County Dam #7
Key Takeaway
King William County Dam #7 is classified as high hazard in Virginia. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 92% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Max Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA101043 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
David Chenault
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of King William County Dam #7?
King William County Dam #7 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates King William County Dam #7?
King William County Dam #7 is owned by David Chenault (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is King William County Dam #7?
King William County Dam #7 has a dam height of 47 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 King William County Dam #7 last inspected?
King William County Dam #7 was last inspected on March 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.