Uva Wise #2 Dam, located in Wise, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure owned by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Situated on Yellow Creek, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and serves the primary purpose of recreation. With a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.1 acres, the dam poses a high hazard potential and is subject to regular state inspection, enforcement, and permitting.
Despite its high hazard potential, Uva Wise #2 Dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, and its Emergency Action Plan (EAP) was last revised in June 2008. The dam does not have an inundation map prepared, and risk management measures are not explicitly outlined. The structure does not fall under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers and is exclusively state-managed, emphasizing the importance of state regulatory oversight and enforcement in ensuring the safety and integrity of the dam for both recreational and environmental purposes in the region. With its scenic location and recreational focus, Uva Wise #2 Dam serves as a key water resource for the community while also warranting ongoing monitoring and risk assessment to mitigate potential hazards.
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
Yellow Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
22 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Flag Rock Recreation Area
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High Knob Recreation Area
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High Knob
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Bark Camp Recreation Area Campground
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Bark Camp
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Cane Patch
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