Fitts Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Snyder Dam Flora Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Fitts Dam, located in Franklin, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a storage capacity of 50.32 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 32 feet. The dam, completed in an unspecified year, spans 260 feet in length and covers a surface area of 2.6 acres.
Despite its undetermined hazard potential and not being rated for its condition assessment, Fitts Dam is subject to regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures remain unspecified, indicating a need for further evaluation and preparedness in case of an emergency. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, there is an opportunity to advocate for the development and implementation of comprehensive risk management strategies for Fitts Dam to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital infrastructure.
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
37 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Nid Storage |
50.32 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Blackwater River Near Rocky Mount
|
56cfs |
Back Creek Near Dundee
|
19cfs |
Roanoke River At Niagara
|
179cfs |
Roanoke River At Roanoke
|
79cfs |
Smith River Near Philpott
|
74cfs |
Roanoke River At Glenvar
|
70cfs |
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.
Fitts Dam