Brookneal Dam

Virginia — Campbell County — Unnamed tributary to Falling River - VAHU6 RU71 Falling River - Hat Creek - Phelps Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCampbell
RiverUnnamed tributary to Falling River - VAHU6 RU71 Falling River - Hat Creek - Phelps Creek
Coordinates37.06810, -78.95290

Physical Characteristics

NID Height52 ft
Dam Height52 ft
Dam Length280 ft
NID Storage689 acre-ft
Max Storage689 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1963
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerTown of Brookneal Department of Public Utilities
Other NamePhelps Creek 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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