Tankard Dam
Tankard Dam is an earth dam located in Accomack County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
About Tankard Dam
The primary purpose of Tankard Dam is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. The dam is owned by David B Tankard Jr (private). It impounds the Unnamed Tributary To Hollies Creek - Vahu6 Cb41 - Lower Chesapeake Bay - Pungoteague Creek near Melfa.
The dam stands 9 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 9 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 85 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles.
The most recent inspection on record was 07/11/2022.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Accomack |
| Nearest City | Melfa |
| River/Stream | Unnamed Tributary To Hollies Creek - Vahu6 Cb41 - Lower Chesapeake Bay - Pungoteague Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.64590, -75.78470 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner | David B Tankard Jr |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 07/11/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA001003 |
| Federal ID | VA001003 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |