Roanoke Creek Dam # 68

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCharlotte
Nearest CityKeysville
River/StreamSpencers Creek - VAHU6 RU81 Roanoke Creek - Spring Creek
Coordinates37.08370, -78.52890

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length720 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,575 acre-ft
Max Storage1,575 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerSouthside Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/18/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA037004
Federal IDVA037004
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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