Bosher Dam is a gravity dam located in Henrico County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 10 ft10 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic concrete gravity section and the water level is illustrative.
About Bosher Dam
The primary purpose of Bosher Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by City of Richmond (local government). It impounds the James River.
The dam stands 10 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 2,100 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 4 square miles.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Henrico |
| River/Stream | James River |
| Coordinates | 37.56010, -77.57570 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| NID Height | 10 ft |
| Dam Height | 10 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 2,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2,100 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Richmond |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA087001 |
| Federal ID | VA087001 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |