Leatherwood Creek Dam #3

Virginia — Henry County — W.F.LEATHERWOOD CREEK

Location

StateVirginia
CountyHenry
RiverW.F.LEATHERWOOD CREEK
Coordinates36.73980, -79.77210

Physical Characteristics

NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length407 ft
NID Storage2,400 acre-ft
Max Storage2,400 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 17, 2019
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1964
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerBlue Ridge Soil and Water Conservation District
Other NameFinney Dam

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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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