Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam

Lee, Virginia· 245 ft tall
Unknown Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 245 ft (taller than 99.7% in VA)
Max Storage3.5K acre-ft
Surface Area63 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA105004

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Energy

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam?

Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment 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 Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam?

Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam?

Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam has a dam height of 245 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.