Red Bird Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Bird Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA087008 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Bird Dam?
Red Bird Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Red Bird Dam?
Red Bird Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Red Bird Dam?
Red Bird Dam 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 Red Bird Dam?
Red Bird Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Red Bird Dam last inspected?
Red Bird Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.