Buffalo Creek Dam # 3

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPrince Edward
Nearest CityFarmville
River/StreamMud Creek - VAHU6 JA06 Spring Creek
Coordinates37.23100, -78.60030

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height51 ft
Dam Height51 ft
Dam Length504 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,018 acre-ft
Max Storage2,018 acre-ft
Normal Storage147 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPiedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/24/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA147002
Federal IDVA147002
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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