Parkey Dam

Lee, Virginia· 36 ft tall

Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Parkey Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height	36 ft (taller than 82% in VA)
Dam Length	350 ft
Max Storage	69 acre-ft
Normal Storage	46 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	VA105009

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

Deidra and Stanley Evans;Phillip E and Kay F Brooks

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Parkey Dam?

Parkey 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 Parkey Dam?

Parkey Dam is owned by Deidra and Stanley Evans;Phillip E and Kay F Brooks (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Parkey Dam?

Parkey Dam has a dam height of 36 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.