Roberts Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Roberts Dam, located in Grayson, Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 30 feet, the dam provides storage of 32 acre-feet of water for various recreational activities. Despite its relatively small size, Roberts Dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, ensuring that it meets state inspection, permitting, and enforcement requirements.

While the condition assessment of Roberts Dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," its hazard potential is determined to be "Undetermined." The dam has an inspection frequency of once per year, indicating a commitment to maintaining its safety and integrity. However, details such as the year of completion, storage capacity, and specific dimensions of the dam are not provided in the data, leaving some aspects of its design and history unclear.

Overall, Roberts Dam serves as a vital resource for recreational purposes in the area, providing residents and visitors with opportunities for water-based activities. As a privately owned structure in a regulated state jurisdiction, the dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure the safety of those who enjoy its benefits. With its scenic location and potential for water storage, Roberts Dam represents a valuable asset in the management of water resources and climate resilience efforts in Virginia.

Dam Height

30

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

30

Nid Storage

32

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

30
       
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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.