Rocky Pen Run #4a
Key Takeaway
Rocky Pen Run #4a is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA179013 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Pen Run #4a?
Rocky Pen Run #4a 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 Rocky Pen Run #4a?
Rocky Pen Run #4a is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Rocky Pen Run #4a?
Rocky Pen Run #4a serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rocky Pen Run #4a?
Rocky Pen Run #4a has a dam height of 27 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 Pen Run #4a last inspected?
Rocky Pen Run #4a was last inspected on September 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.