Raw Water Storage Pond

Near Roanoke River· Halifax, Virginia· Earth· 44 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Public Utility

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 Length5,818 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage952 acre-ft
Normal Storage884 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA083038

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: March 30, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Old Dominion Electric Cooperative;Virginia Electric and Power Company

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.