Laurel Creek Dam

LAUREL CREEK· Grayson, Virginia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.5% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA077004

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: No
Last Inspection: March 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

David Richardson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laurel Creek Dam?

Laurel Creek 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 Laurel Creek Dam?

Laurel Creek Dam is owned by David Richardson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Laurel Creek Dam?

Laurel Creek 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 Laurel Creek Dam?

Laurel Creek Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Laurel Creek Dam last inspected?

Laurel Creek Dam was last inspected on March 16, 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.