Smiths Dam

Cattail Creek - VAHU6 CM24 Fountains Creek - Cattail Creek· Greensville, Virginia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA081007

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: December 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Amy Pollard Lifsey;Estate of Patricia B. Clary;Robert P Smith

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smiths Dam?

Smiths 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 Smiths Dam?

Smiths Dam is owned by Amy Pollard Lifsey;Estate of Patricia B. Clary;Robert P Smith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Smiths Dam?

Smiths 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 Smiths Dam?

Smiths Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Smiths Dam last inspected?

Smiths 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.