John H. Kerr Dam - Saddle Dike 3
Virginia — Mecklenburg County — Roanoke
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Mecklenburg |
| River | Roanoke |
| Coordinates | 36.59000, -78.31500 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,340 ft |
| NID Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48,900 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 20, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Wilmington District |
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.