Gathright Dam
Virginia — Alleghany County — JACKSON RIVER
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Alleghany |
| River | JACKSON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.95108, -79.95682 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 257 ft |
| Dam Height | 257 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,208 ft |
| NID Storage | 421,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 421,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,530 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 18, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Norfolk District |
| Other Name | Lake Moomaw |
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.