Roanoke Creek Dam # 61a

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCharlotte
Nearest CityDrakes Branch
River/StreamUnnamed tributary to Horsepen Creek - VAHU6 RU85 Horsepen Creek
Coordinates36.94660, -78.57020

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height36 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length1,029 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage794 acre-ft
Max Storage794 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerSouthside Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/20/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA037011
Federal IDVA037011
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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