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East Fork Falling River Dam # 7, also known as Gala Lake, is a significant earth dam located in Lynchburg, Virginia, owned by the local government and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Standing at a height of 47 feet and stretching 585 feet in length, this dam primarily serves the purpose of flood risk reduction in the region. With a storage capacity of 1442 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating potential flooding events in the area.
Despite its fair condition assessment, East Fork Falling River Dam # 7 poses a significant hazard potential due to its age and structural integrity. Regular inspections are conducted to ensure its safety and functionality, with the last assessment taking place in March 2020. With a drainage area of 5.1 square miles and a surface area of 20 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding environment and communities from the impacts of extreme weather events and potential flooding. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, East Fork Falling River Dam # 7 serves as a vital infrastructure asset in the region, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and management of water resources for sustainable development and resilience against climate change impacts.
Falling River Near Naruna
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51cfs |
Cub Creek At Phenix
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62cfs |
Roanoke (Staunton) River At Brookneal
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1150cfs |
Holiday Creek Near Andersonville
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3cfs |
James River At Bent Creek
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1300cfs |
Buffalo Creek Near Hampden Sydney
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22cfs |
Dam Length |
585 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
Mulberry Creek - VAHU6 RU 66 Falling River - Mulberry Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
47 |
Drainage Area |
5.1 |
Nid Storage |
1442 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
47 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Holliday Lake State Park
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James River State Park
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Camp Lowman
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Headwaters To Farmville
1 Mile Southeast Of Buchanan (At End Of Nfs Land) To Snowden Dam Reservoir
Nf Boundary Along The South Fork Tye River Near Fdt 526 And State Highway 56 To Town Of Nash
Top Of Apple Orchards Falls To Confluence Of North Creek With Jennings Creek
Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary'S Wilderness Boundary