Halifax
Virginia — Halifax County — Banister
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Halifax |
| River | Banister |
| Coordinates | 36.78219, -78.92348 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 669 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,510 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,510 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 1, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1921 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Banister Hydro, Inc. |
| Other Name | Banister Dam |
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.