Possum Point Ash Dam #E
Key Takeaway
Possum Point Ash Dam #E is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 86.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 441 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA153021 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Virginia Electric and Power Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Possum Point Ash Dam #E?
Possum Point Ash Dam #E is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Possum Point Ash Dam #E?
Possum Point Ash Dam #E is owned by Virginia Electric and Power Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Possum Point Ash Dam #E?
Possum Point Ash Dam #E serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Possum Point Ash Dam #E?
Possum Point Ash Dam #E has a dam height of 40 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 Possum Point Ash Dam #E last inspected?
Possum Point Ash Dam #E was last inspected on April 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.