Lake Independence Dam

Virginia — Westmoreland County — COLD HARBOR CREEK

Location

StateVirginia
CountyWestmoreland
RiverCOLD HARBOR CREEK
Coordinates38.15860, -76.78260

Physical Characteristics

NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage2,537 acre-ft
Max Storage2,537 acre-ft
Surface Area93 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 30, 2021
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1970
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeNot Listed

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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