South Anna Dam #23
Virginia — Louisa County — DESPER CREEK
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Louisa |
| River | DESPER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.97260, -77.95050 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| NID Storage | 417 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 417 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 28, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Thomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District |
| Other Name | Waldrop Lake |
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.