Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA003165 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UVA Foundation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam?
Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam?
Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam is owned by UVA Foundation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam?
Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam?
Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam last inspected?
Birdwood Gc Hole #2 Dam was last inspected on July 23, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.