Mcghee Dam

TR-Beaverdam Creek· Loudoun, Virginia· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 83.5% in VA)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage225 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA107006

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 11, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Dorthy McGhee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcghee Dam?

Mcghee 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 Mcghee Dam?

Mcghee Dam is owned by Dorthy McGhee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcghee Dam?

Mcghee 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 Mcghee Dam?

Mcghee Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Mcghee Dam last inspected?

Mcghee Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2018. 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.