Harwood's Mill Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyYork
River/StreamPOQUOSON RIVER
Coordinates37.13800, -76.45790

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length1,200 ft
Year Completed1919 (107 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage5,845 acre-ft
Max Storage5,845 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,696 acre-ft
Surface Area274 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Newport News - Waterworks Department
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection08/17/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA199001
Federal IDVA199001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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