Bush River Dam # 6

Virginia, Prince Edward County, EVANS CREEK

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPrince Edward
RiverEVANS CREEK
Coordinates37.13770, -78.40520

Physical Characteristics

NID Height37 ft
Dam Height37 ft
Dam Length777 ft
NID Storage1,810 acre-ft
Max Storage1,810 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 22, 2021
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerPiedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District
Other NameEvans Creek Lake;Haley Creek Lake

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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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