Smith River Dam
Virginia — Henry County — SMITH RIVER
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Henry |
| River | SMITH RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.66460, -79.88350 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 538 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 29, 2014 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Martinsville Electric Dept |
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.