Little River Dam #1, also known as Bentley/Pleasants, is a significant earth dam located on the Little River in Louisa, Virginia.
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Owned by the local government, the dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. With a height of 37 feet and a length of 550 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 1534 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 16 acres.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of the last inspection date in April 2020. The dam has a spillway width and other hydraulic features not specified in the available data. The inspection frequency is set at once a year, and emergency action plans are not mentioned in the information provided. Little River Dam #1 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area and is an essential infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and maintain for the community's safety and well-being.
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
3.02 |
Nid Storage |
1534 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
37 |
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|
48cfs |
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|
24cfs |
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|
95cfs |
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|
11cfs |
Rivanna River At Palmyra
|
171cfs |
James River At Cartersville
|
1880cfs |