Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA810014 |
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
Kings Grant
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam?
Lake 6 Great Neck Area 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 Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam?
Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam is owned by Kings Grant (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam?
Lake 6 Great Neck Area 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 Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam?
Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam last inspected?
Lake 6 Great Neck Area Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.