Johnson Dam

TR-BLACK CREEK· Southampton, Virginia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Johnson Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 8.1% in VA)
Dam Length730 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage464 acre-ft
Normal Storage342 acre-ft
Drainage Area4 sq mi
NID IDVA175008

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
Last Inspection: April 18, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Cheryl R Johnson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnson Dam?

Johnson 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 Johnson Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Johnson Dam?

Johnson 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 Johnson Dam?

Johnson Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Johnson Dam last inspected?

Johnson Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2019. 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.