Buzzard Roost Pond
Key Takeaway
Buzzard Roost Pond is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 8.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 81 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1983 |
| NID ID | VA033026 |
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
Fort Walker
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buzzard Roost Pond?
Buzzard Roost Pond 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 Buzzard Roost Pond?
Buzzard Roost Pond is owned by Fort Walker (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buzzard Roost Pond built?
Buzzard Roost Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Buzzard Roost Pond?
Buzzard Roost Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buzzard Roost Pond?
Buzzard Roost Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Buzzard Roost Pond last inspected?
Buzzard Roost Pond was last inspected on July 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.