Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 88.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 2,430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA143050 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Dominion Energy;Virginia Electric and Power Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam?
Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam?
Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam is owned by Dominion Energy;Virginia Electric and Power Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam?
Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam?
Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam last inspected?
Pittsylvania Power Station Raw Water Storage Basin Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.