Buffalo Creek Dam # 8
Virginia — Prince Edward County — Carey Creek - VAHU6 JA07 Buffalo Creek - Little Buffalo Creek
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Prince Edward |
| River | Carey Creek - VAHU6 JA07 Buffalo Creek - Little Buffalo Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.17280, -78.54210 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 684 ft |
| NID Storage | 619 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 619 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 24, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District;Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District |
| Other Name | Carey Creek Lake;Lake Abilene |
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.