Roanoke Creek Dam # 5b

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCharlotte
River/StreamWEST BR.OF WARDS FORK
Coordinates37.14480, -78.66700

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length549 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,682 acre-ft
Max Storage1,682 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerSouthside Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/19/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA037005
Federal IDVA037005
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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