Lillie'S Dam

LITTLE GUINEA CREEK· Cumberland, Virginia· Earth· 29 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lillie'S Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 64.7% in VA)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage392 acre-ft
Normal Storage276 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA049006

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 17, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Southland

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lillie'S Dam?

Lillie'S Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lillie'S Dam?

Lillie'S Dam is owned by Southland (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lillie'S Dam?

Lillie'S 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 Lillie'S Dam?

Lillie'S Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Lillie'S Dam last inspected?

Lillie'S Dam was last inspected on March 17, 2016. 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.