Upper Mt. Olympus Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Mt. Olympus Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA033058 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Mt. Olympus Dam?
Upper Mt. Olympus 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 Upper Mt. Olympus Dam?
Upper Mt. Olympus Dam 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 Upper Mt. Olympus Dam?
Upper Mt. Olympus 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 Upper Mt. Olympus Dam?
Upper Mt. Olympus Dam has a dam height of 15 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.