Meadows Wet Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Meadows Wet Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA153027 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Brookfield Washington LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meadows Wet Pond Dam?
Meadows Wet Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Meadows Wet Pond Dam?
Meadows Wet Pond Dam is owned by Brookfield Washington LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Meadows Wet Pond Dam?
Meadows Wet Pond 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 Meadows Wet Pond Dam?
Meadows Wet Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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.