Tates Dam
Key Takeaway
Tates Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA041017 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Inez Tate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tates Dam?
Tates Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tates Dam?
Tates Dam is owned by Inez Tate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tates Dam?
Tates 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 Tates Dam?
Tates Dam has a dam height of 27 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.