Johns Creek Dam #4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Johns Creek Dam #4, also known as Dicks Creek Lake, is a crucial structure owned by the local government in Craig, Virginia.


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Summary

This dam, regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Dicks Creek river. With a height of 55 feet and a length of 830 feet, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 1022 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 11.7 acres.

Located within the Norfolk District, Johns Creek Dam #4 has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in April 2020. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 1022 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 65 acre-feet. While no spillway type or width is specified, the dam's hydraulic height matches its structural height at 55 feet, indicating a well-built structure for flood risk management in the region.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change will find Johns Creek Dam #4 to be a significant asset in mitigating flood risks in the area. With its strategic location and regulated status, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential inundation events. Monitoring the condition and maintenance of this dam will be crucial in ensuring its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction efforts.

Dam Length

830

Dam Height

55

River Or Stream

DICKS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11.7

Hydraulic Height

55

Drainage Area

5.7

Nid Storage

1022

Structural Height

55

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

55
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.