Buckingham County Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Buckingham County Dam #2 is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other. 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 | 19 ft (taller than 24.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA029053 |
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
C&S Retreats
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buckingham County Dam #2?
Buckingham County Dam #2 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 Buckingham County Dam #2?
Buckingham County Dam #2 is owned by C&S Retreats (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Buckingham County Dam #2?
Buckingham County Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buckingham County Dam #2?
Buckingham County Dam #2 has a dam height of 19 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 Buckingham County Dam #2 last inspected?
Buckingham County Dam #2 was last inspected on November 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.