Nottoway Falls Dam
Key Takeaway
Nottoway Falls Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 187 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 59 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA111005 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Town of Victoria
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nottoway Falls Dam?
Nottoway Falls Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nottoway Falls Dam?
Nottoway Falls Dam is owned by Town of Victoria (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Nottoway Falls Dam?
Nottoway Falls Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nottoway Falls Dam?
Nottoway Falls Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Nottoway Falls Dam last inspected?
Nottoway Falls Dam was last inspected on September 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.