Moore Dam

Patrick, Virginia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Moore Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA)
Dam Length690 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA141056

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Russell W Moore Jr.;Sanda L. Bouwman

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moore Dam?

Moore Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Moore Dam?

Moore Dam is owned by Russell W Moore Jr.;Sanda L. Bouwman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Moore Dam?

Moore 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 Moore Dam?

Moore Dam has a dam height of 32 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.

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.