Scott Dam

Bedford, Virginia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA019081

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

J D Scott

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Scott Dam?

Scott 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 Scott Dam?

Scott Dam is owned by J D Scott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Scott Dam?

Scott 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 Scott Dam?

Scott Dam has a dam height of 25 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.