Woods End Dam

Mud Lick Creek· Roanoke, Virginia· Earth· 33 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Woods End Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 33 ft (taller than 76.7% in VA)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage113 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA161005

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: March 1, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Roanoke County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woods End Dam?

Woods End 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 Woods End Dam?

Woods End Dam is owned by Roanoke County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Woods End Dam?

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

How tall is Woods End Dam?

Woods End Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Woods End Dam last inspected?

Woods End Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2022. 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.