Perry Dam is an earth dam located in James City, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 14 ft14 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About Perry Dam
The primary purpose of Perry Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Matthews, Mayes D. and Cheryl M. (private). It impounds the Trib. Mill Creek.
The dam stands 14 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 69 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | James City |
| River/Stream | Trib. Mill Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.37900, -76.84340 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Matthews, Mayes D. and Cheryl M. |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA095022 |
| Federal ID | VA095022 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |