Roanoke Creek Dam # 72a
Virginia — Charlotte County — Twittys Creek - VAHU6 RU84 Twittys Creek
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Charlotte |
| River | Twittys Creek - VAHU6 RU84 Twittys Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.99160, -78.55640 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Length | 614 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,535 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,535 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 154 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 9, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Drakes Branch |
| Other Name | Drakes Lake |
Location Map
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.