Shateley Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Shateley Dam in Grayson, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

This dam, with a height of 21.7 meters and a storage capacity of 56 million cubic meters, plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam's primary purpose and design details are not specified, but its state-regulated status ensures that it is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure public safety.

Located within the Wilmington District and under the jurisdiction of Virginia, Shateley Dam's hazard potential is currently classified as undetermined, with a condition assessment that is not rated. Despite this, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are not specified in the available data. With a surface area of 6.45 hectares and a drainage area of 0.43 hectares, the dam contributes to water storage and management in the region.

Given its importance in the local water infrastructure, enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Shateley Dam to be a significant structure worth monitoring. With its state-regulated status, storage capacity, and location within the Grayson County landscape, the dam presents opportunities for further exploration and research into its role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.

Dam Height

21.7

Surface Area

6.45

Hydraulic Height

21.7

Drainage Area

0.43

Nid Storage

56

Structural Height

21.7

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

22
       
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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.