South Anna Dam #23

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyLouisa
River/StreamDESPER CREEK
Coordinates37.97260, -77.95050

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length670 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage417 acre-ft
Max Storage417 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge8,303 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerThomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/28/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA109035
Federal IDVA109035
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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