Lafferty Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Lafferty Dam No. 1 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA101006 |
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 Lafferty Dam No. 1?
Lafferty Dam No. 1 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 Lafferty Dam No. 1?
Lafferty Dam No. 1 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 Lafferty Dam No. 1?
Lafferty Dam No. 1 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 Lafferty Dam No. 1?
Lafferty Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 15 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.