Prince Edward County Dam # 12

Unnamed tributary to Bush River - VAHU6 JA11 Bush River - Evans Creek· Prince Edward, Virginia· Earth· 44 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Prince Edward County Dam # 12 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 44 ft (taller than 90.2% in VA)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage323 acre-ft
Normal Storage184 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA147048

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Prince Edward County Dam # 12?

Prince Edward County Dam # 12 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Prince Edward County Dam # 12?

Prince Edward County Dam # 12 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Prince Edward County Dam # 12?

Prince Edward County Dam # 12 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 Prince Edward County Dam # 12?

Prince Edward County Dam # 12 has a dam height of 44 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.

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.