South River Dam #10a
Key Takeaway
South River Dam #10a 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 | 98 ft (taller than 98.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 715 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA015004 |
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
Augusta County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of South River Dam #10a?
South River Dam #10a 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 South River Dam #10a?
South River Dam #10a is owned by Augusta County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of South River Dam #10a?
South River Dam #10a 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 South River Dam #10a?
South River Dam #10a has a dam height of 98 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 South River Dam #10a last inspected?
South River Dam #10a was last inspected on July 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.