Chapman is a privately owned gravity dam located on the North Fork Shenandoah River in Virginia, completed in 1910 for hydroelectric purposes.
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With a dam height of 17 feet and a length of 250 feet, Chapman has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet and serves as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with federal standards.
Despite not being state regulated, Chapman undergoes regular inspections every three years, with the last inspection conducted in September 2017. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in November 2020, indicating a commitment to preparedness and safety measures. While the dam does not have associated locks or spillways, it features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 4 feet. With a drainage area of 700 square miles, Chapman plays a crucial role in water resource management and hydroelectric power generation in the Shenandoah region, making it a significant structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and monitor.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
North Fork Shenandoah River |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Drainage Area |
700 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
17 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Little Fort OHV
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Little Fort Campground
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Little Crease Shelter
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Camp Roosevelt Recreation Area
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Camp Roosevelt Campground
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Camp Roosevelt
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