Buckingham County Dam #16 dam
Buckingham County Dam #16
Buckingham County Dam #16 is a crucial water resource management structure located in Buckingham, Virginia. Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this dam stands at 25 feet in height and has a storage capacity of 40.9 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 26.2 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.2 acres, this dam plays a vital role in water conservation efforts in the region.
Although the condition assessment of Buckingham County Dam #16 is currently marked as 'Not Rated', its hazard potential is listed as 'Undetermined'. Regular inspections are conducted with a frequency of 1, ensuring the safety and functionality of the structure. The dam's emergency action plan status, contact information, and risk assessment measures are yet to be determined, highlighting the need for further evaluation and preparedness for any potential emergencies.
Situated within the Norfolk District and with no associated federal agency ownership or funding, Buckingham County Dam #16 serves as a key asset for water management in the area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of maintaining and assessing the resilience of such structures becomes increasingly vital for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water sources in the region.
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 Buckingham County Dam #16 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Creek Near Andersonville | 2 cfs | → |
| Slate River Near Arvonia | 65 cfs | → |
| Appomattox River At Farmville | 80 cfs | → |
| James River At Scottsville | 1,600 cfs | → |
| James River At Bent Creek | 826 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek Near Hampden Sydney | 29 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Buckingham County Dam #16.
Boat launches
- State Park Road 2618, Appomattox County
- James River Road Nelson County
- Nelson County
- Boat Landing Lane Buckingham County
- Howardsville Turnpike 11001, Albemarle County
- Richmond Highway Appomattox County
Campgrounds
- Bear Creek Lake State Park
- Holliday Lake State Park
- James River State Park
- Twin Lakes State Park
- Westview On The James
Track Buckingham County Dam #16 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Buckingham County Dam #16
Where does the data for Buckingham County Dam #16 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 Undetermined 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 Buckingham County Dam #16.