Stewarts Creek - Lovills Creek Dam #9 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Janice Dam Green Hill Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Stewarts Creek - Lovills Creek Dam #9, located in Carroll, Virginia, is a vital water resource managed by the local government.
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Summary
This dam, primarily used for recreation, stands at a height of 88 feet and has a storage capacity of 7,415 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 664 acre-feet and a surface area of 55 acres, the dam serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and recreation in the area.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Stewarts Creek - Lovills Creek Dam #9 is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safe operation. The dam has a high hazard potential but is currently rated as satisfactory in terms of its condition. The last inspection conducted in June 2017 deemed the dam's condition as satisfactory, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to prevent any potential risks.
Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Lovills Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in water management and flood control in the region. With its impressive height and storage capacity, Stewarts Creek - Lovills Creek Dam #9 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and the intersection of nature conservation and human recreation activities.
Dam Length |
745 |
Dam Height |
88 |
River Or Stream |
LOVILLS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
55 |
Hydraulic Height |
88 |
Drainage Area |
20.72 |
Nid Storage |
7415 |
Structural Height |
88 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
88 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ararat River At Ararat
|
138cfs |
Fisher River Near Copeland
|
177cfs |
Chestnut Creek At Galax
|
33cfs |
New River Near Galax
|
861cfs |
Dan River Near Francisco
|
176cfs |
Mitchell River Near State Road
|
57cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Stewarts Creek - Lovills Creek Dam #9