Raw Water Storage Pond
Key Takeaway
Raw Water Storage Pond is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 90.2% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 5,818 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 952 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 884 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA083038 |
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
Old Dominion Electric Cooperative;Virginia Electric and Power Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Raw Water Storage Pond?
Raw Water Storage Pond 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 Raw Water Storage Pond?
Raw Water Storage Pond is owned by Old Dominion Electric Cooperative;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 Raw Water Storage Pond?
Raw Water Storage Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Raw Water Storage Pond?
Raw Water Storage Pond 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.
When was Raw Water Storage Pond last inspected?
Raw Water Storage Pond was last inspected on March 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.