Hidden Valley Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Hidden Valley Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA077006 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hidden Valley Landowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hidden Valley Estates Dam?
Hidden Valley Estates Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hidden Valley Estates Dam?
Hidden Valley Estates Dam is owned by Hidden Valley Landowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hidden Valley Estates Dam?
Hidden Valley Estates 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 Hidden Valley Estates Dam?
Hidden Valley Estates Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Hidden Valley Estates Dam last inspected?
Hidden Valley Estates Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.