Overbys Dam in Mecklenburg, Virginia, is a privately owned structure standing at a height of 27 feet along Buffalo Creek.
Wind
Humidity
While its primary purpose is irrigation, it also serves recreational activities. The dam has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.
Although the dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as "Undetermined" and its condition is "Not Rated," it is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. The dam has not been modified since its completion, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. The dam's risk assessment, management measures, and inundation maps remain unprepared as of the latest data update in April 2021.
Located in a picturesque setting and offering both practical and leisure benefits, Overbys Dam is a vital water resource structure in Virginia. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of human infrastructure with natural environments will find this dam a fascinating subject for further exploration and study.
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUFFALO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
27 |
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