Dams in Brunswick County, Virginia
8Total Dams
2High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Brunswick County, Virginia
Brunswick County has 8 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Brunswick County is 60 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Great Creek Dam # 6a at 67 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Creek Dam # 6a | High | Fair | 67 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1989 |
| Brunswick Lake Dam | High | Poor | 25 | Recreation | |
| Fort Pickett Reservoir | Significant | Not Available | 36 | Water Supply | 1942 |
| Harrisons Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 23 | Recreation | |
| Epperson Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 22 | Recreation | |
| Masons Mill Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 20 | Water Supply | |
| Flatrock Pond Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 14 | Recreation | |
| L. M. Epperson Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 13 | Irrigation |