Fisher Dam

MARROWBONE CR.\TRIB. SMITH R.· Henry, Virginia· Gravity· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area35 sq mi
NID IDVA089017

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: No
Last Inspection: July 10, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

County of Henry, Dept. Public Safety

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fisher Dam?

Fisher 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 Fisher Dam?

Fisher Dam is owned by County of Henry, Dept. Public Safety (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fisher Dam?

Fisher 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 Fisher Dam?

Fisher Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Fisher Dam last inspected?

Fisher Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2000. 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.