Vepco Flash Board Dam

Richmond City, Virginia· Gravity· 8 ft tall
Unknown Hydroelectric Local Government

Key Takeaway

Vepco Flash Board Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in VA)
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage163 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDVA760009

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: No

Ownership

City of Richmond

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vepco Flash Board Dam?

Vepco Flash Board 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 Vepco Flash Board Dam?

Vepco Flash Board Dam is owned by City of Richmond (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Vepco Flash Board Dam?

Vepco Flash Board Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Vepco Flash Board Dam?

Vepco Flash Board Dam has a dam height of 8 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.