Carter Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Carter Dam, located in Buckingham, Virginia, stands as a crucial water resource for the region, primarily serving the purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this earth dam on the Walton Fork river ensures a maximum storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 46 acre-feet. With a hydraulic height of 23 feet, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and its hazard potential remains undetermined.
Although the specifics of its construction year and design details are not provided, Carter Dam remains a key infrastructure for water management in the area. With its primary purpose being irrigation, the dam also offers recreational opportunities for the community. While the dam's inspection frequency is noted as once per year, further details on its emergency action plan, risk assessment, and management measures are yet to be assessed and documented. As a vital component of the local water system, Carter Dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water supply reliability for agricultural and recreational needs in Buckingham, Virginia.
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WALTON FORK |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Carter Dam