Governor'S Point Dam

Suffolk County, Virginia (near Suffolk)

River/Stream: Noggins Shoal Nansemond River - VAHU6 JL49 Nansemond River - Bennett Creek

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
7 ft
Dam Length
525 ft
Reservoir Storage
62 acre-ft
Year Completed
—
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
VA800019
State
Virginia (VA)
Coordinates
36.89990, -76.48830

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.