Smiley - Henry
Key Takeaway
Smiley - Henry is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA047013 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Russell A. Royston
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smiley - Henry?
Smiley - Henry is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Smiley - Henry?
Smiley - Henry is owned by Russell A. Royston (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Smiley - Henry?
Smiley - Henry 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 Smiley - Henry?
Smiley - Henry has a dam height of 29 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.