Upper Beaver Pond Dam

TR-FALLING CREEK· Chesterfield, Virginia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Upper Beaver Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage580 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA041035

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: Yes
Last Inspection: December 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Wallace H. Laprade

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Upper Beaver Pond Dam?

Upper Beaver Pond 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 Upper Beaver Pond Dam?

Upper Beaver Pond Dam is owned by Wallace H. Laprade (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Upper Beaver Pond Dam?

Upper Beaver Pond 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 Upper Beaver Pond Dam?

Upper Beaver Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Upper Beaver Pond Dam last inspected?

Upper Beaver Pond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2021. 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.