Western Branch Dam
Virginia — Suffolk County
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Suffolk |
| Coordinates | 36.80170, -76.58310 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 35,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 35,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,250 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | City 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.