Spring Lake Dam

TR-Venus Branch· Warren, Virginia· Earth· 45 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Spring Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 90.8% in VA)
Dam Length335 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA187003

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

County of Warren

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam is owned by County of Warren (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Spring Lake Dam last inspected?

Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2020. 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.