Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 935 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA153025 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Virginia Gateway Owners Association
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam?
Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam?
Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam is owned by Virginia Gateway Owners Association (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam?
Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam 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 Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam?
Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam 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 Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam last inspected?
Rocky Branch Regional Swm Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.