South River Dam #3
Virginia — Augusta County — POOR CREEK
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Augusta |
| River | POOR CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.98940, -79.15030 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Length | 665 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,450 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 4, 2017 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | VA Department of Corrections - Greenville VA |
| Other Name | Poor Creek Or Cold Springs |
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.