Upper Izaak Walton Dam

North Fork of Stovall Creek - VAHU6 JM14 James River - Stonewall Creek· Amherst, Virginia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Upper Izaak Walton Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA009032

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Izaak Walton League of Lynchburg (IWLL);Izaak Walton League of Lynchburg (IWLL)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Upper Izaak Walton Dam?

Upper Izaak Walton Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Upper Izaak Walton Dam?

Upper Izaak Walton Dam is owned by Izaak Walton League of Lynchburg (IWLL);Izaak Walton League of Lynchburg (IWLL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Upper Izaak Walton Dam?

Upper Izaak Walton 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 Izaak Walton Dam?

Upper Izaak Walton 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.

When was Upper Izaak Walton Dam last inspected?

Upper Izaak Walton Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2020. 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.