Willis River Dam #5e

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBuckingham
River/StreamWHISPERING CREEK
Coordinates37.51010, -78.44100

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length784 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,448 acre-ft
Max Storage1,448 acre-ft
Normal Storage185 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPeter Francisco Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/23/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA029005
Federal IDVA029005
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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