Prince Edward County Dam # 6
Key Takeaway
Prince Edward County Dam # 6 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 299 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA147058 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Town of Farmville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Prince Edward County Dam # 6?
Prince Edward County Dam # 6 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 # 6?
Prince Edward County Dam # 6 is owned by Town of Farmville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Prince Edward County Dam # 6?
Prince Edward County Dam # 6 serves the following purposes: Recreation. 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 # 6?
Prince Edward County Dam # 6 has a dam height of 15 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 Prince Edward County Dam # 6 last inspected?
Prince Edward County Dam # 6 was last inspected on January 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.