Lake Independence Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyWestmoreland
River/StreamCOLD HARBOR CREEK
Coordinates38.15860, -76.78260

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,537 acre-ft
Max Storage2,537 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,428 acre-ft
Surface Area93 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge326 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
Owner TypeNot Listed
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection12/30/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA193004
Federal IDVA193004
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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