Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154

Bedford, Virginia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.7% in VA)
Dam Length258 ft
Dam TypeEarth
NID IDVA023008

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 15, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

General Shale Webster Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154?

Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 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 Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154?

Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 is owned by General Shale Webster Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154?

Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 has a dam height of 30 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 Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 last inspected?

Greenwood Sediment Pond, Basin 154 was last inspected on December 15, 2009. 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.