Seven Lakes Dam

TR-Potomac Run· Stafford, Virginia· Earth· 17 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Seven Lakes Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	17 ft (taller than 17.7% in VA)
Dam Length	400 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	234 acre-ft
Normal Storage	85 acre-ft

Surface Area	27 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
NID ID	VA179020

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: December 14, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Seven Lakes Property Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seven Lakes Dam?

Seven Lakes Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Seven Lakes Dam?

Seven Lakes Dam is owned by Seven Lakes Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Seven Lakes Dam?

Seven Lakes 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 Seven Lakes Dam?

Seven Lakes Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Seven Lakes Dam last inspected?

Seven Lakes Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2021. 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.