Ramsey Dam

Cheese Creek (west) - VAHU6 JM09 Ivy Creek - Cheese Creek· Bedford, Virginia· Earth· 36 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ramsey Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 82% in VA)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage91 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA019015

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 19, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Neda Sholar Dobyns;Peter T Simopoulos;Wayne M Toler

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey Dam is owned by Neda Sholar Dobyns;Peter T Simopoulos;Wayne M Toler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey 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 Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey 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.

When was Ramsey Dam last inspected?

Ramsey Dam was last inspected on November 19, 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.