Watermill Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Watermill Road Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 267 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA107073 |
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
Ashley Springs Homeowners Association, Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Watermill Road Dam?
Watermill Road 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 Watermill Road Dam?
Watermill Road Dam is owned by Ashley Springs Homeowners Association, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Watermill Road Dam?
Watermill Road Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Watermill Road Dam?
Watermill Road Dam has a dam height of 23 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.