Dams in Lee County, Virginia
7Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Lee County, Virginia
Lee County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam at 245 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keokee Dam | High | Fair | 50 | Recreation | |
| Middleton Dam | High | Not Rated | 39 | Recreation | |
| Miller Cove Slurry Impoundment Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 245 | ||
| Calvin Project Slurry Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 95 | ||
| Parkey Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 36 | ||
| Ridgetop Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 32 | ||
| Blanken Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 29 |