Lower North River # 22b
Key Takeaway
Lower North River # 22b is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 80 ft (taller than 97.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 744 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 795 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA165004 |
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
Shenandoah Valley Soil and Water Conservation District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower North River # 22b?
Lower North River # 22b 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 Lower North River # 22b?
Lower North River # 22b is owned by Shenandoah Valley Soil and Water Conservation District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lower North River # 22b?
Lower North River # 22b serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower North River # 22b?
Lower North River # 22b has a dam height of 80 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 Lower North River # 22b last inspected?
Lower North River # 22b was last inspected on April 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.