Roanoke Creek Dam # 54 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Roanoke Creek Dam #54, also known as Anderson Lake or Mink Bottom Lake, is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Charlotte Court House, Virginia.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and stretches for 1060 feet, with a storage capacity of 2798 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to mitigate flood risks in the area, serving as a crucial barrier to protect against potential inundation.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Roanoke Creek Dam #54 is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and overall condition. With a hazard potential rated as high and a risk assessment of moderate, this dam plays a significant role in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential flooding events. Despite its fair condition assessment, ongoing risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues that may arise.
Situated along the Roanoke Creek mainstem, this dam serves as a key component of the region's water resource management infrastructure. With its uncontrolled spillway and emergency action plan in place, Roanoke Creek Dam #54 stands as a critical asset in protecting the local area from flood-related hazards and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in Charlotte, Virginia.
Dam Length |
1060 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
Roanoke Creek mainstem - VAHU6 RU81 Roanoke Creek - Spring Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
43 |
Drainage Area |
7.4 |
Nid Storage |
2798 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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.
Roanoke Creek Dam # 54