Spinella Dam

Floyd, Virginia· 28 ft tall
Unknown Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Spinella Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA)
Dam Length220 ft
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA063007

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spinella Dam?

Spinella 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 Spinella Dam?

Spinella Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Spinella Dam?

Spinella Dam has a dam height of 28 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.

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.