Blue Ridge Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Blue Ridge Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA023004 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Forest Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Ridge Estates Dam?
Blue Ridge Estates Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Blue Ridge Estates Dam?
Blue Ridge Estates Dam is owned by Lake Forest Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Blue Ridge Estates Dam?
Blue Ridge Estates Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blue Ridge Estates Dam?
Blue Ridge Estates Dam has a dam height of 33 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Blue Ridge Estates Dam last inspected?
Blue Ridge Estates Dam was last inspected on December 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.