Bedford
Virginia — Amherst County — James River
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Amherst |
| River | James River |
| Coordinates | 37.57708, -79.37587 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,617 ft |
| NID Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | June 25, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1850 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Bedford |
| Other Name | Snowden |
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.