Clifton Forge Dam

Virginia — Alleghany County

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAlleghany
Coordinates37.84910, -79.83830

Physical Characteristics

NID Height57 ft
Dam Height57 ft
Dam Length183 ft
NID Storage323 acre-ft
Max Storage323 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1949
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerTown of Clifton Forge;Town of Clifton Forge

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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.

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