Deer Lake Dam

TR-Howardsville Branch· Warren, Virginia· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 84.6% in VA)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA187004

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: November 5, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Blue Mountain Property Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deer Lake Dam?

Deer Lake 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 Deer Lake Dam?

Deer Lake Dam is owned by Blue Mountain Property Owners Association (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: Recreation. 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 38 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 November 5, 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.