South River Dam #3

Virginia — Augusta County — POOR CREEK

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAugusta
RiverPOOR CREEK
Coordinates37.98940, -79.15030

Physical Characteristics

NID Height47 ft
Dam Height47 ft
Dam Length665 ft
NID Storage1,450 acre-ft
Max Storage1,450 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 4, 2017
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerVA Department of Corrections - Greenville VA
Other NamePoor Creek Or Cold Springs

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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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