Penniston Dam

Virginia, Essex County

Location

StateVirginia
CountyEssex
Coordinates37.84480, -76.94970

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length250 ft
NID Storage63 acre-ft
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialUndetermined
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNo
Last Inspection-
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary Purpose-
Dam Type-
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerMarlene A Penniston
Other Name057dd061

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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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