Simpkins Dam

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBedford
River/StreamTRIB - BIG OTTER RIVER
Coordinates37.38170, -79.53180

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height36 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length300 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage115 acre-ft
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerR. Gardner Simpkins, Jr.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDVA019031
Federal IDVA019031
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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