Upper Wallace Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Wallace Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. 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 | 37 ft (taller than 83.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | VA015016 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
A & D Land Company, LLC;Dennis K. and Angela Rawley;Kilbride International
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Wallace Dam?
Upper Wallace 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 Upper Wallace Dam?
Upper Wallace Dam is owned by A & D Land Company, LLC;Dennis K. and Angela Rawley;Kilbride International (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Wallace Dam built?
Upper Wallace Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Wallace Dam?
Upper Wallace 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 Wallace Dam?
Upper Wallace Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Wallace Dam last inspected?
Upper Wallace Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.