Dt Wade Dam

Madison, Virginia· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dt Wade Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA)
Dam Length380 ft
Max Storage105 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA113018

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: December 9, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Darren A. and Tina M. Wade

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dt Wade Dam?

Dt Wade 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 Dt Wade Dam?

Dt Wade Dam is owned by Darren A. and Tina M. Wade (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Dt Wade Dam?

Dt Wade 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 Dt Wade Dam last inspected?

Dt Wade Dam was last inspected on December 9, 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.