Earley Dam
Virginia — Amherst County — Rocky Creek - VAHU6 JM31 Buffalo River - Rocky Creek
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Amherst |
| River | Rocky Creek - VAHU6 JM31 Buffalo River - Rocky Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.52790, -79.02070 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 39 ft |
| Dam Height | 39 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,183 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,183 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 24, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Scott Family Investments, LLC |
| Other Name | Earley Lake |
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.