Simpkins Dam
Key Takeaway
Simpkins Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 82% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA019031 |
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
R. Gardner Simpkins, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Simpkins Dam?
Simpkins 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 Simpkins Dam?
Simpkins Dam is owned by R. Gardner Simpkins, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Simpkins Dam?
Simpkins Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Simpkins Dam?
Simpkins Dam has a dam height of 36 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.