Eastern Pines Dam

Unnamed tributary to Cargills Creek· Charlotte, Virginia· Earth· 36 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eastern Pines Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 82% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA037016

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Eastern Pines Development Corporation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eastern Pines Dam?

Eastern Pines Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Eastern Pines Dam?

Eastern Pines Dam is owned by Eastern Pines Development Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Eastern Pines Dam?

Eastern Pines 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 Eastern Pines Dam?

Eastern Pines Dam has a dam height of 36 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.

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.