Diascund Creek Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyNew Kent
River/StreamDIASCUND CREEK
Coordinates37.42970, -76.89360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length5,000 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage29,093 acre-ft
Max Storage29,093 acre-ft
Normal Storage11,355 acre-ft
Surface Area1,100 acres
Drainage Area44 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Newport News - Waterworks Department;City of Newport News - Waterworks Department;City of Newport News - Waterworks Department
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection11/09/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA127003
Federal IDVA127003
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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