Lake Smith Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyVirginia Beach
Nearest CityNorfolk
River/StreamDirect to Little Creek Reservoir - VAHU6 CB26 Lower Chesapeake Bay - Little Creek
Coordinates36.89320, -76.16310

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length800 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,385 acre-ft
Max Storage1,385 acre-ft
Normal Storage906 acre-ft
Surface Area193 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerNorfolk Department of Utilities
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/29/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA810005
Federal IDVA810005
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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