Grant Lake Dam

Widow Tapp Spring· Spotsylvania, Virginia· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 64.7% in VA)
Dam Length430 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage226 acre-ft
Normal Storage145 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA177011

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: April 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Lake Wilderness Property Owners Association

Private

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Spotsylvania County Dam #3

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Hidden Trail Lake

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Fawn Lake Dam

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Spotsylvania County Dam #2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Grant Lake Dam?

Grant 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 Grant Lake Dam?

Grant Lake Dam is owned by Lake Wilderness Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Grant Lake Dam?

Grant 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 Grant Lake Dam?

Grant Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Grant Lake Dam last inspected?

Grant Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2022. 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.