Wapelala Dam

Virginia, Cumberland County, Green Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCumberland
RiverGreen Creek
Coordinates37.35380, -78.36950

Physical Characteristics

NID Height23 ft
Dam Height23 ft
Dam Length265 ft
NID Storage119 acre-ft
Max Storage119 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 15, 2020
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerClint Baldwin
Other NameLafoon, Watkins & Perry Dam

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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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