Buffalo Creek Dam # 9
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 | 37.17490, -78.53540 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| NID Storage | 608 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 608 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 30, 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 | Hidden Acres Lake;New Hope 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.