Buffalo Creek Dam # 1
Key Takeaway
Buffalo Creek Dam # 1 is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 82% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 465 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA147001 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo Creek Dam # 1?
Buffalo Creek Dam # 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Buffalo Creek Dam # 1?
Buffalo Creek Dam # 1 is owned by Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Buffalo Creek Dam # 1?
Buffalo Creek Dam # 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buffalo Creek Dam # 1?
Buffalo Creek Dam # 1 has a dam height of 36 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 Buffalo Creek Dam # 1 last inspected?
Buffalo Creek Dam # 1 was last inspected on September 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.