Buckingham Dam is an earth dam located in Middlesex County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.

About Buckingham Dam

The primary purpose of Buckingham Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.

The dam stands 17 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 104 acre-feet.

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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateVirginia
CountyMiddlesex
Coordinates37.71170, -76.64000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage104 acre-ft
Max Storage104 acre-ft

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
Owner TypeNot Listed
Hazard ClassificationUndetermined
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDVA119009
Federal IDVA119009
More InfoState Dam Safety Program