Southern Service Corp. Dam

trib. Jones Creek· Powhatan, Virginia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Southern Service Corp. Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage224 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA145020

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Daniel S Yeary;Elizabeth B Yeary

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Southern Service Corp. Dam?

Southern Service Corp. Dam 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 Southern Service Corp. Dam?

Southern Service Corp. Dam is owned by Daniel S Yeary;Elizabeth B Yeary (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Southern Service Corp. Dam?

Southern Service Corp. Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Southern Service Corp. Dam?

Southern Service Corp. Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Southern Service Corp. Dam last inspected?

Southern Service Corp. Dam was last inspected on March 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.