Bush River Dam # 7

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPrince Edward
Nearest CityBurkeville
River/StreamBush River - VAHU6 JA11 Bush River - Evans Creek
Coordinates37.12120, -78.42120

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height44 ft
Dam Height44 ft
Dam Length1,280 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,570 acre-ft
Max Storage3,570 acre-ft
Normal Storage288 acre-ft
Surface Area52 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPiedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/20/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA147036
Federal IDVA147036
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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