Ray Development Dam

TR-BLACKWATER RIVER· Franklin City, Virginia· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA620001

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
Last Inspection: April 18, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Dam Lake Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ray Development Dam?

Ray Development 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 Ray Development Dam?

Ray Development Dam is owned by Dam Lake Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ray Development Dam?

Ray Development Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ray Development Dam?

Ray Development Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Ray Development Dam last inspected?

Ray Development Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2019. 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.