Great Creek Dam # 6a

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBrunswick
Nearest CityLawrenceville
River/StreamGreat Creek - VAHU6 CM16 Great Creek
Coordinates36.77650, -77.89210

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height67 ft
Dam Height67 ft
Dam Length1,530 ft
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage29,632 acre-ft
Max Storage29,632 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,317 acre-ft
Surface Area238 acres
Drainage Area41 sq mi
Max Discharge35,266 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCounty of Brunswick
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/11/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA025007
Federal IDVA025007
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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