Wrights Dam
Virginia — Appomattox County — BUCK CREEK
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Appomattox |
| River | BUCK CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.37990, -78.88100 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| NID Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 4, 1991 |
| Inspection Frequency | 6 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Ronnie Wright |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.