Otwell Green Acres Dam
Key Takeaway
Otwell Green Acres Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 8.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA001013 |
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
Otwell Green Acres LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Otwell Green Acres Dam?
Otwell Green Acres 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 Otwell Green Acres Dam?
Otwell Green Acres Dam is owned by Otwell Green Acres LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Otwell Green Acres Dam?
Otwell Green Acres 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 Otwell Green Acres Dam?
Otwell Green Acres Dam has a dam height of 13 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.