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2,711 dams in the National Inventory of Dams.

National Inventory of Dams

Browse 2,711 dams from the NID database. Each record includes dam name, location, physical dimensions, hazard potential classification, condition assessment, purpose, owner information, and emergency action plan status. Use the filters below to search by state, hazard level, condition, or keyword.

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Name State County Height (ft) Hazard Condition Year Purpose
New Little River Dam Virginia Hanover 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Lower Dover Farm Dam Virginia Goochland 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Little Anna Dam Virginia Louisa 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Keltonic Lake Dam Virginia Fauquier 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Tyler Station Dam Virginia Hanover 18 Undetermined Not Rated —
Salmon Dam Virginia Goochland 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Fish and Wildlife Pond
Grays Dam Virginia Middlesex 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Irrigation
Willis Dam Virginia Culpeper 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Irrigation
Spotsylvania County Dam #8 Virginia Spotsylvania 18 Undetermined Not Rated 1900 Other
Whelans Dam Virginia Prince George 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Wade Dam #3 Virginia Halifax 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Irrigation
Holdrens Dam Virginia Bedford 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Saunders Pond Dam Virginia Bedford 18 Undetermined Fair — Water Supply
Markham Dam Virginia Bedford 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Johnsons Dam Virginia Mecklenburg 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Rowlett Road Dam Virginia Chesterfield 18 Low Not Rated — Fish and Wildlife Pond
Warren Virginia Warren 18 Low Satisfactory 1924 Hydroelectric
Lake Bacova Dam Virginia Bath 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Edgeworth Farm North Dam Virginia Albemarle 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Other
Orchard Lake Dam Virginia Botetourt 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
The Lakes At Red Rock Dam Virginia Loudoun 18 High Satisfactory — Recreation
Fleetwood Farm Dam #2 Virginia Fauquier 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam Virginia Loudoun 18 High Satisfactory — Flood Risk Reduction
Mt. Airy North Dam Virginia Caroline 18 Undetermined Not Rated —
Village Lake Dam Virginia Chesterfield 18 Undetermined Not Rated —
Lake Crystal Dam Virginia Chesterfield 18 High Not Rated —
Chester Club Dam Virginia Chesterfield 18 High Poor — Recreation
Newman Lake Dam Virginia Harrisonburg 18 High Satisfactory — Flood Risk Reduction
Ray Development Dam Virginia Franklin City 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Orchid Lake Dam Virginia Louisa 18 Low Satisfactory 1966 Recreation
Bedford - Canal Embankment Virginia Amherst 18 Low Satisfactory 1850 Hydroelectric
Beatties Mill Dam Virginia Hanover 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Mirror Lakes Dam No. 2 Virginia James City 18 Undetermined Not Rated —
Shelhorse Dam Virginia Pittsylvania 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Westham Gc Irrigation Lake Dam Virginia Chesterfield 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Irrigation
Evans Pond Dam Virginia Loudoun 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Water Supply
Gathrights Dam Virginia Goochland 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Clayville Lane Dam Virginia Chesterfield 18 Undetermined Satisfactory — Recreation
Lake Overton Dam Virginia Henrico 18 Low Not Rated — Recreation
Lovettsville Game Protective Association Dam Virginia Loudoun 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Mhc Regency Lakes Dam Virginia Frederick 18 Undetermined Not Rated —
Big Island Virginia Bedford 18 Low Satisfactory 1850 Hydroelectric
Indian Ridge Pond Dam Virginia Wise 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
Koerner Lane Dam Virginia Loudoun 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
West Ash Pond Dam Virginia Fluvanna 18 Low Satisfactory — Other
Prentice Drive Dam (Near Randolph Drive) Virginia Loudoun 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Flood Risk Reduction
Engh Dam Virginia Prince William 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Irrigation
Luck Pond Dam Virginia Hanover 18 Significant Poor — Irrigation
Davenports Pond Dam Virginia Amelia 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Recreation
13415 White Marsh Lane Dam Virginia Loudoun 18 Undetermined Not Rated — Flood Risk Reduction

Frequently Asked Questions

Hazard potential is based on the consequences of dam failure, not the condition of the dam. High hazard means loss of human life is probable. Significant means economic and environmental losses are expected but no probable loss of life. Low means minimal losses are expected. The classification considers downstream population, infrastructure, and environmental resources.

Condition ratings reflect the physical state of the dam based on periodic inspections. Satisfactory means no deficiencies found. Fair means minor issues exist but no immediate action needed. Poor means safety deficiencies require remedial action. Unsatisfactory means the dam is unsafe and immediate corrective action is required.

Yes. Use the search field above to find dams by name. You can also combine the search with state, hazard, and condition filters to narrow your results. Each dam record links to a detail page with complete information.