Old Cabin Road Dam

unnamed tributary to dan River· Pittsylvania, Virginia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Old Cabin Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA143098

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Lost Corner Landowner's Association

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Cabin Road Dam?

Old Cabin Road 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 Old Cabin Road Dam?

Old Cabin Road Dam is owned by Lost Corner Landowner's Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Old Cabin Road Dam?

Old Cabin Road Dam has a dam height of 27 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.