Poplar Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Poplar Lake Dam in Greene, Virginia, stands as a private earth dam primarily designed for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 29.5 feet and a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, the dam overlooks the TR-Parker Branch river/stream. Despite being labeled as "Undetermined" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" for condition assessment, the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia maintains jurisdiction over the dam, ensuring state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement are in place.
Located in a picturesque setting, Poplar Lake Dam offers a surface area of 4.6 acres and serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational activities. While details about the dam's completion year, inspection dates, and risk management measures remain unspecified, the dam's location within the Baltimore District suggests its significance in the local water resource landscape. With a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet, the dam adds to the area's allure with its serene surroundings and potential for water-based recreation.
Although lacking certain data points such as spillway information and modification history, Poplar Lake Dam's status as a privately owned structure highlights the importance of responsible stewardship and maintenance. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore this dam nestled in the heart of Virginia, the need for continued monitoring, assessment, and emergency preparedness remains paramount to ensure the safety and sustainability of this recreational water feature.
Dam Height |
29.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-Parker Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
29.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.56 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
29.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
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