Uva Wise #2 Dam

Virginia — Wise County — Yellow Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyWise
RiverYellow Creek
Coordinates36.97810, -82.56400

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length
NID Storage55 acre-ft
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerUVA - College at Wise

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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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