Greif Sludge Pond # 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Greif Sludge Pond # 3 Dam in Amherst, Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of "Other." This dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 101 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam covers a surface area of 13.3 acres and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.
Despite its low hazard potential, Greif Sludge Pond # 3 Dam has been assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of October 2019. Regular inspections are conducted on this dam, with the most recent one taking place on October 24, 2019. The dam has an emergency action plan (EAP) in place, although it was last revised in May 2009. While no specific risk assessment or management measures are mentioned in the available data, the dam is deemed to meet guidelines for emergency preparedness.
With its unique purpose and location, Greif Sludge Pond # 3 Dam offers a glimpse into the role of private ownership in managing water resources in Virginia. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, understanding the condition and regulation of dams like this one becomes increasingly important for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Dam Height |
15 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Greif Sludge Pond # 3 Dam
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