Carrington Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Woods Landing Dam Unidentified Dam
Last Updated: February 23, 2026
Carrington Dam, located in Bedford, Virginia, is a key water resource managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 33.25 feet, with a storage capacity of 67.96 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.12 acres. The dam is state-regulated and meets inspection, permitting, and enforcement requirements.
Despite its essential role in water management, Carrington Dam's hazard potential is currently marked as "Undetermined" and its condition assessment is "Not Rated". The dam has not been evaluated for emergency action preparedness, including the development of inundation maps or risk management measures. However, with its strategic location and significance in the region, ongoing monitoring and evaluation of Carrington Dam are crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to ensure its safety and effective operation in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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Dam Height |
33.25 |
Surface Area |
4.12 |
Hydraulic Height |
33.25 |
Nid Storage |
67.96 |
Structural Height |
33.25 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
James River At Holcomb Rock
|
12200cfs |
Big Otter River Near Bedford
|
53cfs |
Pedlar River At Forest Road Near Buena Vista
|
77cfs |
Piney River At Piney River
|
225cfs |
Big Otter River Near Evington
|
333cfs |
Maury River Near Buena Vista
|
1910cfs |
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.
Carrington Dam
1 Mile Southeast Of Buchanan (At End Of Nfs Land) To Snowden Dam Reservoir