Wilburn Dam

Botetourt, Virginia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wilburn Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Dam Length143 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA023010

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
Last Inspection: July 17, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Vaughn E. & Anne P. Wilburn;Vaughn E. and Anne P. Wilburn

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wilburn Dam?

Wilburn 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 Wilburn Dam?

Wilburn Dam is owned by Vaughn E. & Anne P. Wilburn;Vaughn E. and Anne P. Wilburn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wilburn Dam?

Wilburn 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 Wilburn Dam?

Wilburn Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Wilburn Dam last inspected?

Wilburn Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2014. 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.