Emporia
Virginia — Emporia County — Meherrin
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Emporia |
| River | Meherrin |
| Coordinates | 36.69662, -77.55842 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 43 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 510 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 1, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1908 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Emporia, City of |
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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.