Goldberg Beaver Dam

Botetourt, Virginia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Goldberg Beaver Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
NID IDVA023011

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

Kieth & Theresa Goldberg

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goldberg Beaver Dam?

Goldberg Beaver 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 Goldberg Beaver Dam?

Goldberg Beaver Dam is owned by Kieth & Theresa Goldberg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Goldberg Beaver Dam?

Goldberg Beaver Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Goldberg Beaver Dam?

Goldberg Beaver Dam has a dam height of 15 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.