Central Va. Water Storage Corporation dam
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation
Central Va. Water Storage Corporation, located in Buckingham, Virginia, is a public utility entity that plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The corporation owns and operates a significant earth dam structure on the TR-James River, with a height of 65 feet and a storage capacity of 816 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of water storage, with a normal storage level of 708.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 20.9 acres.
Maintained and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the dam is considered to have low hazard potential and fair condition assessment. Regular inspections are conducted, with the most recent one carried out in August 2021. Despite its relatively modest size, the Central Va. Water Storage Corporation's dam plays a vital role in supporting the local ecosystem and ensuring a reliable water supply for the surrounding communities. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management would find this infrastructure an intriguing subject of study and conservation.
With its strategic location and efficient design, the Central Va. Water Storage Corporation's dam stands as a testament to responsible water management practices in Virginia. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the corporation's efforts in maintaining and operating this essential infrastructure are crucial for ensuring sustainable water supply and mitigating the effects of droughts and water scarcity in the region. As such, the corporation's commitment to regulatory compliance, regular inspections, and emergency preparedness highlights its dedication to safeguarding the environment and the well-being of local residents who rely on its services.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Central Va. Water Storage Corporation -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Slate River Near Arvonia | 65 cfs | → |
| James River At Cartersville | 1,580 cfs | → |
| Rivanna River At Palmyra | 102 cfs | → |
| Hardware River Bl Briery Run Nr Scottsville | 23 cfs | → |
| James River At Scottsville | 1,600 cfs | → |
| Fine Creek At Fine Creek Mills | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Central Va. Water Storage Corporation.
Boat launches
- Boat Landing Lane Buckingham County
- Columbia Road Columbia
- River Anne Palmyra
- South Boston Road 3315, Fluvanna County
- River Launch Road Powhatan County
- River Trail Powhatan County
Campgrounds
Track Central Va. Water Storage Corporation in the Snoflo app
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About Central Va. Water Storage Corporation
Where does the data for Central Va. Water Storage Corporation come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Central Va. Water Storage Corporation.