Moores Creek Dam
Virginia — Rockbridge County — Moore Creek - VAHU6 JU83 North Buffalo Creek
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Rockbridge |
| River | Moore Creek - VAHU6 JU83 North Buffalo Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.74730, -79.64620 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 82 ft |
| Dam Height | 82 ft |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| NID Storage | 853 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 853 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 4, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Lexington;City of Lexington;City of Lexington |
| Other Name | Ad Cox Knob Dam;Lexington Reservoir |
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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.