Lake Shannon Dam

TRIB-NORTH ANNA· Caroline, Virginia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Dam Length335 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA033022

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: January 18, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Caroline Pines P.O.A., Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Shannon Dam?

Lake Shannon 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 Lake Shannon Dam?

Lake Shannon Dam is owned by Caroline Pines P.O.A., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Shannon Dam?

Lake Shannon 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 Lake Shannon Dam?

Lake Shannon Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lake Shannon Dam last inspected?

Lake Shannon Dam was last inspected on January 18, 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.