Clifton Forge Dam

Virginia — Alleghany County — SMITH CREEK

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAlleghany
RiverSMITH CREEK
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 StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 8, 2021
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1949
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeLocal Government
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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