Shoemaker River # 4c
Key Takeaway
Shoemaker River # 4c is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 86 ft (taller than 98.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 825 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25,202 cfs |
| NID ID | VA165010 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Shenandoah Valley Soil and Water Conservation District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shoemaker River # 4c?
Shoemaker River # 4c 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 Shoemaker River # 4c?
Shoemaker River # 4c is owned by Shenandoah Valley Soil and Water Conservation District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Shoemaker River # 4c?
Shoemaker River # 4c serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shoemaker River # 4c?
Shoemaker River # 4c has a dam height of 86 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 Shoemaker River # 4c last inspected?
Shoemaker River # 4c was last inspected on April 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.