Teel Dam

NEW RIVER· Montgomery, Virginia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Teel Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA121006

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

Dale Teel;Teel Dale & Freda Family Limited Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Teel Dam?

Teel 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 Teel Dam?

Teel Dam is owned by Dale Teel;Teel Dale & Freda Family Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Teel Dam?

Teel Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Teel Dam?

Teel Dam has a dam height of 25 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.