Lake Prince Dam

Virginia, Suffolk County, Western Branch of Nansemond River - VAHU6 JL47 Western Branch Reservoir

Location

StateVirginia
CountySuffolk
RiverWestern Branch of Nansemond River - VAHU6 JL47 Western Branch Reservoir
Coordinates36.80810, -76.62190

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length2,000 ft
NID Storage15,100 acre-ft
Max Storage15,100 acre-ft
Surface Area760 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 22, 2022
Inspection Frequency6

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerCity of Norfolk, Department of Utilities

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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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