Russell County Dam #8

Russell, Virginia· 53 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Russell County Dam #8 is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 53 ft (taller than 94.3% in VA)
Dam Length360 ft
Max Storage234 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA167018

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

Fred Bailey Gent

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Russell County Dam #8?

Russell County Dam #8 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 Russell County Dam #8?

Russell County Dam #8 is owned by Fred Bailey Gent (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Russell County Dam #8?

Russell County Dam #8 has a dam height of 53 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.