Slagles Dam

Three Creek - VAHU6 CU37 Three Creek - Slagles Lake· Greensville, Virginia· Built 1910· Buttress· 16 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Slagles Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 15.4% in VA)
Dam Length175 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage678 acre-ft
Normal Storage643 acre-ft
Surface Area122 acres
Drainage Area46 sq mi
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDVA081002

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: August 28, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Charles I Grigg

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Slagles Dam?

Slagles 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 Slagles Dam?

Slagles Dam is owned by Charles I Grigg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Slagles Dam built?

Slagles Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Slagles Dam?

Slagles 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 Slagles Dam?

Slagles Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Slagles Dam last inspected?

Slagles Dam was last inspected on August 28, 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.