Dams in Charlotte County, Virginia
16Total Dams
11High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Charlotte County, Virginia
Charlotte County has 16 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 11 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Charlotte County is 64 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is Roanoke Creek Dam # 35a at 45 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 62 | High | Satisfactory | 44 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 72a | High | Satisfactory | 44 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 54 | High | Fair | 37 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 6a | High | Fair | 36 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 61a | High | Satisfactory | 36 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 4a | High | Fair | 36 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 5b | High | Fair | 33 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 68 | High | Fair | 32 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 67 | High | Fair | 32 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 43a | High | Fair | 31 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 31b | High | Fair | 30 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 70a | Significant | Satisfactory | 36 | Water Supply | |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 49a | Significant | Fair | 34 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1962 |
| Roanoke Creek Dam # 35a | Low | Satisfactory | 45 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Eastern Pines Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 36 | Recreation | |
| Four Locusts Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 24 | Recreation |