Central Va. Water Storage Corporation

TR-JAMES RIVER· Buckingham, Virginia· Earth· 65 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Central Va. Water Storage Corporation is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 65 ft (taller than 96.4% in VA)
Dam Length3,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage816 acre-ft
Normal Storage709 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA029040

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: August 24, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Central Virginia Water Storage Company

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Central Va. Water Storage Corporation?

Central Va. Water Storage Corporation 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 Central Va. Water Storage Corporation?

Central Va. Water Storage Corporation is owned by Central Virginia Water Storage Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Central Va. Water Storage Corporation?

Central Va. Water Storage Corporation serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Central Va. Water Storage Corporation?

Central Va. Water Storage Corporation has a dam height of 65 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 Central Va. Water Storage Corporation last inspected?

Central Va. Water Storage Corporation was last inspected on August 24, 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.