Speights Run Dam

Virginia, Suffolk County, Speights Run - VAHU6 JL 44 Lake Kelby - Speights Run

Location

StateVirginia
CountySuffolk
RiverSpeights Run - VAHU6 JL 44 Lake Kelby - Speights Run
Coordinates36.71090, -76.62740

Physical Characteristics

NID Height26 ft
Dam Height26 ft
Dam Length1,800 ft
NID Storage3,900 acre-ft
Max Storage3,900 acre-ft
Surface Area197 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 2, 2024
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerCity of Portsmouth

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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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