South River Dam #26
Virginia — Augusta County — INCH BRANCH OF BACK CREEK
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Augusta |
| River | INCH BRANCH OF BACK CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.01440, -78.92410 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 57 ft |
| Dam Height | 57 ft |
| Dam Length | 766 ft |
| NID Storage | 868 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 868 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 8, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Headwaters Soil and Water Conservation District |
| Other Name | Inch Branch |
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.