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Sunset Lake Dam

Franklin CountyVirginia

Sunset Lake Dam is an earth dam located in Franklin County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.

About Sunset Lake Dam

The primary purpose of Sunset Lake Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Harmon Beckner (private). It impounds the Tr-blackwater River.

The dam stands 20 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 9 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles.

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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateVirginia
CountyFranklin
River/StreamTr-blackwater River
Coordinates37.09280, -79.81660

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage96 acre-ft
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerHarmon Beckner
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationUndetermined
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDVA067011
Federal IDVA067011
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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