Timberlake Dam

Buffalo Creek main stem - VAHU6 RU56 Buffalo Creek· Campbell, Virginia· Earth· 29 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Timberlake Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	29 ft (taller than 64.7% in VA)
Dam Length	376 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage	990 acre-ft

Surface Area	57 acres
Drainage Area	5 sq mi
Max Discharge	7,899 cfs
NID ID	VA031002

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: May 26, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Timberlake Homeowners Association (THOA)

Private

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Wildwood Dam # 2

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Wildwood Dam # 3

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Unknown 24 ft

Wildwood Dam # 1

Campbell, VA

Low Hazard 37 ft

London Downs Dam

Bedford, VA

Unknown 23 ft

Poplar Forest Dam

Bedford, VA

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Crowder Dam

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Lake Summit Dam

Lynchburg, VA

High Hazard 28 ft

Perrow Dam

Campbell, VA

Unknown 24 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Timberlake Dam?

Timberlake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Timberlake Dam?

Timberlake Dam is owned by Timberlake Homeowners Association (THOA) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Timberlake Dam?

Timberlake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Timberlake Dam?

Timberlake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Timberlake Dam last inspected?

Timberlake Dam was last inspected on May 26, 2023. 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.