Prince Edward County Dam # 12
Key Takeaway
Prince Edward County Dam # 12 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 90.2% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 323 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA147048 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Prince Edward County Dam # 12?
Prince Edward County Dam # 12 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 Prince Edward County Dam # 12?
Prince Edward County Dam # 12 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Prince Edward County Dam # 12?
Prince Edward County Dam # 12 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prince Edward County Dam # 12?
Prince Edward County Dam # 12 has a dam height of 44 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.