Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2

Little Beaver Creek - VAHU6 RD24 Smith River - Beaver Creek· Henry, Virginia· Earth· 27 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2 is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA)
Dam Length382 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,969 cfs
NID IDVA089018

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Henry County

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2?

Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2?

Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2 is owned by Henry County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2?

Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2 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 Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2?

Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2 has a dam height of 27 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 Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2 last inspected?

Patriot Centre Sw Pond #2 was last inspected on September 28, 2022. 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.