Patricia Gills Dam

Cumberland, Virginia· 34 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Patricia Gills Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA)
Dam Length340 ft
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA049049

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

GILLS, PATRICIA A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Patricia Gills Dam?

Patricia Gills 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 Patricia Gills Dam?

Patricia Gills Dam is owned by GILLS, PATRICIA A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Patricia Gills Dam?

Patricia Gills Dam has a dam height of 34 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.