Seven Fountains Dam

Shenandoah, Virginia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Seven Fountains Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 4.7% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA171003

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

Seven Fountains Group LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seven Fountains Dam?

Seven Fountains 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 Seven Fountains Dam?

Seven Fountains Dam is owned by Seven Fountains Group LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Seven Fountains Dam?

Seven Fountains Dam has a dam height of 11 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.