Roanoke Creek Dam # 31b

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCharlotte
River/StreamEAST BRANCH OF WARDS FORK
Coordinates37.12720, -78.62140

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length650 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,718 acre-ft
Max Storage1,718 acre-ft
Normal Storage143 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDVA037012
Federal IDVA037012
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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