Taliaferro Dam

Essex, Virginia· 21 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Taliaferro Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.6% in VA)
Dam Length500 ft
Max Storage225 acre-ft
Normal Storage86 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA057023

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

Ownership

William L Taliaferro et al

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Taliaferro Dam?

Taliaferro 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 Taliaferro Dam?

Taliaferro Dam is owned by William L Taliaferro et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Taliaferro Dam?

Taliaferro Dam has a dam height of 21 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.