Mattawan Dam
Key Takeaway
Mattawan Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA085039 |
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
Pine Slash Homeonwers Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mattawan Dam?
Mattawan 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 Mattawan Dam?
Mattawan Dam is owned by Pine Slash Homeonwers Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mattawan Dam?
Mattawan Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mattawan Dam?
Mattawan Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Mattawan Dam last inspected?
Mattawan Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.