Prince Edward County Dam # 6

Buffalo Creek mainstem - VAHU6 JA08 Buffalo Creek - Locket Creet· Prince Edward, Virginia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Local Government

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 Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage299 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA147058

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
Last Inspection: January 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Town of Farmville

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.