Talley Farms Dam

Wythe, Virginia· 34 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Talley Farms Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA)
Dam Length260 ft
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDVA197007

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

Talley Farms Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Talley Farms Dam?

Talley Farms 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 Talley Farms Dam?

Talley Farms Dam is owned by Talley Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Talley Farms Dam?

Talley Farms Dam has a dam height of 34 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.