Peacock Hill Dam
Key Takeaway
Peacock Hill Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 84.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA003172 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Peacock Hill Community Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Peacock Hill Dam?
Peacock Hill Dam 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 Peacock Hill Dam?
Peacock Hill Dam is owned by Peacock Hill Community Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Peacock Hill Dam?
Peacock Hill Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Peacock Hill Dam?
Peacock Hill Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Peacock Hill Dam last inspected?
Peacock Hill Dam was last inspected on February 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.