Bush River Dam # 2
Key Takeaway
Bush River Dam # 2 is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 49 ft (taller than 92.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA147034 |
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
Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bush River Dam # 2?
Bush River 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 Bush River Dam # 2?
Bush River Dam # 2 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 Bush River Dam # 2?
Bush River Dam # 2 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 Bush River Dam # 2?
Bush River Dam # 2 has a dam height of 49 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 Bush River Dam # 2 last inspected?
Bush River Dam # 2 was last inspected on June 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.