Temples Mill Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Land'or Dam Lake Dover Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Caroline, Virginia, Temples Mill Dam is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 27 feet and with a storage capacity of 470 acre-feet, this dam on the tributary of South River offers a surface area of 34 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. While the dam's hazard potential remains undetermined, it is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring that it is inspected, permitted, and enforced for the safety of the surrounding community.
Although the last inspection of Temples Mill Dam dates back to February 1980, its condition assessment is marked as not rated. Despite this, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors, with its location offering a serene and picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. With its tranquil waters and surrounding natural beauty, Temples Mill Dam remains an essential part of the local landscape, inviting residents and tourists alike to appreciate the importance of water resources and conservation efforts in the region.
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
trib. South River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
470 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Temples Mill Dam