Clayton Dam

MAXEY MILL CREEK· Cumberland, Virginia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clayton Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA)
Dam Length423 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage156 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDVA049004

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 30, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Thomas E. Andrews

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clayton Dam?

Clayton Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Clayton Dam?

Clayton Dam is owned by Thomas E. Andrews (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clayton Dam?

Clayton 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 Clayton Dam?

Clayton Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Clayton Dam last inspected?

Clayton Dam was last inspected on March 30, 1994. 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.