Powers Dam

Market Swamp Creek· King and Queen, Virginia· Earth· 21 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Powers Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.6% in VA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage195 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
NID IDVA097009

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Alvin Powers, Jr. and Brenda Powers Parker

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Powers Dam?

Powers 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 Powers Dam?

Powers Dam is owned by Alvin Powers, Jr. and Brenda Powers Parker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Powers Dam?

Powers Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Powers Dam?

Powers Dam has a dam height of 21 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.

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.