Sportsman Club Dam

LITTLE CREEK· Tazewell, Virginia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage155 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDVA185002

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: Yes
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Tazewell Co Sportsmen's Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sportsman Club Dam?

Sportsman Club 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 Sportsman Club Dam?

Sportsman Club Dam is owned by Tazewell Co Sportsmen's Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sportsman Club Dam?

Sportsman Club 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 Sportsman Club Dam?

Sportsman Club Dam has a dam height of 23 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.