Prince Edward County Dam # 17 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Prince Edward County Dam #17 in Virginia is a state-regulated structure managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
Standing at 26 feet tall and stretching 300 feet in length, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a maximum storage capacity of 71.14 acre-feet and a normal storage of 59.9 acre-feet, the dam helps control water flow and provides essential water supply for the surrounding area.
Although the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are currently undetermined and not rated, it undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of one per year. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are still pending. With its location in Prince Edward County, Virginia, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community, and its management and maintenance are key in ensuring water resource sustainability and climate resilience in the area. Further evaluation and risk management measures may be necessary to uphold the dam's functionality and safety standards for the future.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
26 |
Surface Area |
5.99 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
71.14 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Prince Edward County Dam # 17