Reservoir # 2
Key Takeaway
Reservoir # 2 is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA075027 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hermitage Country Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reservoir # 2?
Reservoir # 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Reservoir # 2?
Reservoir # 2 is owned by Hermitage Country Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Reservoir # 2?
Reservoir # 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reservoir # 2?
Reservoir # 2 has a dam height of 22 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 Reservoir # 2 last inspected?
Reservoir # 2 was last inspected on September 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.