Buckingham County Dam #8
Key Takeaway
Buckingham County Dam #8 is classified as unknown in Virginia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA029068 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Buckingham County Dam #8?
Buckingham County Dam #8 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. 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 #8?
Buckingham County Dam #8 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Buckingham County Dam #8?
Buckingham County Dam #8 has a dam height of 21 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.