Philpott Dam
Virginia — Franklin County — SMITH RIVER
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Franklin |
| River | SMITH RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.78151, -80.02745 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 220 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| NID Storage | 318,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 318,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,880 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 17, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1953 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Wilmington District |
| Other Name | Philpott 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.