Mount Bethel Church Dam
Key Takeaway
Mount Bethel Church Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA690001 |
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
New Mount Bethel Holiness Church;The Lester Group Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mount Bethel Church Dam?
Mount Bethel Church 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 Mount Bethel Church Dam?
Mount Bethel Church Dam is owned by New Mount Bethel Holiness Church;The Lester Group Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mount Bethel Church Dam?
Mount Bethel Church 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 Mount Bethel Church Dam?
Mount Bethel Church 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.