Zack Hudson Dam dam
Zack Hudson Dam
Zack Hudson Dam, also known as Left Hand Fork Dam, is a private dam located in Virginia along the Left Hand Fork Creek. The dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, offering a serene landscape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With a dam height of 29.5 feet and a storage capacity of 111.51 acre-feet, the Zack Hudson Dam provides a tranquil reservoir with a surface area of 8.21 acres.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Appomattox, Virginia, Zack Hudson Dam is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined, its condition assessment is yet to be rated, indicating a need for further evaluation. As a popular destination for outdoor activities, the dam serves as a valuable resource for the local community and visitors alike, showcasing the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate patterns.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the beauty of Zack Hudson Dam, they can appreciate the Earth-type structure that supports its recreational functions. While the dam's history and year of completion are not specified in the data, its significance lies in providing a peaceful retreat for individuals to connect with nature and appreciate the vital role of water resources in sustaining our environment. With its location in the heart of Virginia's picturesque landscape, Zack Hudson Dam stands as a testament to the resilience and beauty of our natural world, inviting visitors to experience the harmony between water, climate, and recreation.
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 Zack Hudson Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Creek Near Andersonville | 2 cfs | → |
| Falling River Near Naruna | 56 cfs | → |
| Cub Creek At Phenix | 79 cfs | → |
| James River At Bent Creek | 826 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek Near Hampden Sydney | 29 cfs | → |
| Roanoke (Staunton) River At Brookneal | 1,160 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Zack Hudson Dam.
Boat launches
- State Park Road 2618, Appomattox County
- Richmond Highway Appomattox County
- Radio Road Brookneal
- County Road 706 Prince Edward County
- Railroad Avenue Campbell County
- James River Road Nelson County
Campgrounds
Paddle runs
- 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
- Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary's Wilderness Boundary
- Top Of Apple Orchards Falls To Confluence Of North Creek With Jennings Creek
Track Zack Hudson Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Zack Hudson Dam
Where does the data for Zack Hudson Dam 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 Zack Hudson Dam.