Slate River Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Slate River Dam #2 is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 777 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA029013 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Buckingham County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Slate River Dam #2?
Slate River Dam #2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Slate River Dam #2?
Slate River Dam #2 is owned by Buckingham County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Slate River Dam #2?
Slate River Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Slate River Dam #2?
Slate River Dam #2 has a dam height of 45 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 Slate River Dam #2 last inspected?
Slate River Dam #2 was last inspected on October 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.