Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam

Prince William, Virginia· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 83.5% in VA)
Dam Length670 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA153042

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 20, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Virginia Electric and Power Company

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam?

Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam 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 Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam?

Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam is owned by Virginia Electric and Power Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam?

Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam last inspected?

Possum Point Power Station Oil Water Treatment Basin Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.