Deer Lake Dam

TR-Preddy Creek· Greene, Virginia· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Deer Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. 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	12 ft (taller than 6% in VA)
Dam Length	630 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	56 acre-ft
Normal Storage	40 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	VA079007

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: January 18, 2018

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

The Glenn at Deer Lake Estates Home Owners Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deer Lake Dam?

Deer Lake 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 Deer Lake Dam?

Deer Lake Dam is owned by The Glenn at Deer Lake Estates Home Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Deer Lake Dam?

Deer Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Deer Lake Dam?

Deer Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Deer Lake Dam last inspected?

Deer Lake Dam was last inspected on January 18, 2018. 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.