Rural Retreat Dam
Virginia — Wythe County — SOUTH FORK REED CREEK
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Wythe |
| River | SOUTH FORK REED CREEK |
| Coordinates | 36.86620, -81.27330 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Length | 595 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,440 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,440 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 17, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources |
| Other Name | Wythe County 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.