Bush River Dam # 5

CAMP CREEK· Prince Edward, Virginia· Earth· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Bush River Dam # 5 is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 85.8% in VA)
Dam Length580 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage398 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA147039

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 17, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Bush River Dam # 6

Prince Edward, VA

Significant Hazard 37 ft

Prince Edward County Dam # 12

Prince Edward, VA

Unknown 44 ft

Gentry Dam

Prince Edward, VA

Unknown 15 ft

Bush River Dam # 2

Prince Edward, VA

High Hazard 49 ft

Bush River Dam # 4b

Prince Edward, VA

High Hazard 48 ft

Bush River Dam # 7

Prince Edward, VA

High Hazard 44 ft

Prince Edward County Dam # 13

Prince Edward, VA

Unknown 20 ft

Herzig Dam

Prince Edward, VA

Unknown 20 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bush River Dam # 5?

Bush River Dam # 5 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 Bush River Dam # 5?

Bush River Dam # 5 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 # 5?

Bush River Dam # 5 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 # 5?

Bush River Dam # 5 has a dam height of 39 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 # 5 last inspected?

Bush River Dam # 5 was last inspected on June 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.