Greg Lester Dam

TRIB- ELK CR.· Bedford, Virginia· Earth· 43 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Greg Lester Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 89.5% in VA)
Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage359 acre-ft
Normal Storage298 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA019033

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: Yes
Last Inspection: August 12, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Greg Lester

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greg Lester Dam?

Greg Lester 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 Greg Lester Dam?

Greg Lester Dam is owned by Greg Lester (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Greg Lester Dam?

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

How tall is Greg Lester Dam?

Greg Lester Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Greg Lester Dam last inspected?

Greg Lester Dam was last inspected on August 12, 2008. 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.