Fye Dam

BIRCH CREEK· Halifax, Virginia· Earth· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fye Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 85.8% in VA)
Dam Length732 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage244 acre-ft
Normal Storage227 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA083020

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 22, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Phillip Crozier

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fye Dam?

Fye Dam 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 Fye Dam?

Fye Dam is owned by Phillip Crozier (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fye Dam?

Fye Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fye Dam?

Fye Dam 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 Fye Dam last inspected?

Fye Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2010. 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.