Recreation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Recreation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 594 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA145013 |
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
VA Department of Corrections - Poor Creek Facility
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation Pond 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 Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation Pond Dam is owned by VA Department of Corrections - Poor Creek Facility (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Recreation Pond Dam?
Recreation Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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.