Bronze Hill Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Bronze Hill Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA107057 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Bronze Hill, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bronze Hill Farm Dam?
Bronze Hill Farm Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bronze Hill Farm Dam?
Bronze Hill Farm Dam is owned by Bronze Hill, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bronze Hill Farm Dam?
Bronze Hill Farm Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bronze Hill Farm Dam?
Bronze Hill Farm Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Bronze Hill Farm Dam last inspected?
Bronze Hill Farm Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.