Willis River Dam #1a

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBuckingham
River/StreamWILLIS RIVER
Coordinates37.44000, -78.54430

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length390 ft
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,183 acre-ft
Max Storage3,183 acre-ft
Normal Storage169 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPeter Francisco Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/22/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA029001
Federal IDVA029001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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