Buffalo Creek Dam # 5

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPrince Edward
Nearest CityFarmville
River/StreamMorris Branch of Buffalo Creek - VAHU6 JA07 Buffalo Creek - Little Buffalo Creek
Coordinates37.17940, -78.56920

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height37 ft
Dam Height37 ft
Dam Length790 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,350 acre-ft
Max Storage1,350 acre-ft
Normal Storage102 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge4,950 cfs
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 IDVA147007
Federal IDVA147007
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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