Lake Burnt Mills 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
Coordinates36.84070, -76.62730

Physical Characteristics

NID Height47 ft
Dam Height47 ft
Dam Length2,520 ft
NID Storage18,500 acre-ft
Max Storage18,500 acre-ft
Surface Area600 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 7, 2020
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerCity of Norfolk

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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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