Willis River Dam #1b

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBuckingham
River/StreamTR-WILLIS RIVER
Coordinates37.46170, -78.53370

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length300 ft
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,204 acre-ft
Max Storage1,204 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPeter Francisco Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/25/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA029002
Federal IDVA029002
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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