Lower Sherando Dam
Virginia — Augusta County — N FORK BACK CREEK
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Augusta |
| River | N FORK BACK CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.92556, -79.00361 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| NID Storage | 393 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 393 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 26, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1934 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USDA FS |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.