Knapp Dam

TR-BUCK BRANCH· Louisa, Virginia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA109028

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: February 14, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Peter and Linda Knapp;Peter and Linda Knapp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Knapp Dam?

Knapp 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 Knapp Dam?

Knapp Dam is owned by Peter and Linda Knapp;Peter and Linda Knapp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Knapp Dam?

Knapp 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 Knapp Dam?

Knapp Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Knapp Dam last inspected?

Knapp Dam was last inspected on February 14, 2013. 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.