Roanoke Creek Dam # 68

Virginia — Charlotte County — Spencers Creek - VAHU6 RU81 Roanoke Creek - Spring Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCharlotte
RiverSpencers Creek - VAHU6 RU81 Roanoke Creek - Spring Creek
Coordinates37.08370, -78.52890

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length720 ft
NID Storage1,575 acre-ft
Max Storage1,575 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 18, 2019
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerSouthside Soil and Water Conservation District
Other NameElders Lake

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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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