Keaton'S Run Dam

Keatons Run· Orange, Virginia· Earth· 38 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Keaton'S Run 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	38 ft (taller than 84.6% in VA)
Dam Length	350 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	402 acre-ft
Normal Storage	140 acre-ft

Surface Area	26 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	VA137007

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: June 30, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.;Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.;Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Keaton'S Run Dam?

Keaton'S Run 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 Keaton'S Run Dam?

Keaton'S Run Dam is owned by Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.;Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.;Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Keaton'S Run Dam?

Keaton'S Run 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 Keaton'S Run Dam?

Keaton'S Run Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Keaton'S Run Dam last inspected?

Keaton'S Run Dam was last inspected on June 30, 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.