Cherrydale Dam

Beaverdam Creek· Hanover, Virginia· Earth· 14 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cherrydale 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	14 ft (taller than 9.7% in VA)
Dam Length	400 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	80 acre-ft

Drainage Area	3 sq mi
NID ID	VA085034

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: July 16, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Hanover County, Dept. of Public Works

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cherrydale Dam?

Cherrydale 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 Cherrydale Dam?

Cherrydale Dam is owned by Hanover County, Dept. of Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cherrydale Dam?

Cherrydale 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 Cherrydale Dam?

Cherrydale Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Cherrydale Dam last inspected?

Cherrydale Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.