Located in Jarratt, Virginia, the Jarratt Municipal Raw Water Storage Reservoir Dam, also known as Jarratt Reservoir, serves as a crucial water supply source for the local government.
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This earth dam, standing at a height of 51 feet with a hydraulic height of 51 feet, boasts a storage capacity of 3,682 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 125.4 acres. The dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation and is equipped with a controlled spillway with a width of 8 feet.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment deemed satisfactory as of March 2020, the Jarratt Municipal Raw Water Storage Reservoir Dam poses a risk level classified as very high. Despite this, the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years and is inspected annually to ensure its structural integrity. In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with uncontrolled outlet gates and emergency action plans are in place to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Jarratt Reservoir Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Length |
9387 |
Dam Height |
51 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed tributary to Nottoway River - VAHU6 CU17 Nottoway River - Harris Swamp |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
125.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
51 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
3682 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
51 |
Nottoway River Near Stony Creek
|
302cfs |
Meherrin River At Emporia
|
327cfs |
Stony Creek Near Dinwiddie
|
32cfs |
Nottoway River Near Rawlings
|
157cfs |
Nottoway River Near Sebrell
|
396cfs |
Meherrin River Near Lawrenceville
|
238cfs |