Beatties Mill Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Beatties Mill Dam, also known as Beaties Millpond, is a state-regulated structure located in Hanover, Virginia, along the Sandy Valley Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 18 feet and a length of 400 feet, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam has a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet and its hazard potential is currently classified as undetermined.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Beatties Mill Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite its lack of a formal assessment, the dam has been inspected at least once with a frequency of once per inspection. The emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures for the dam are currently not available, indicating a need for further evaluation and preparation in case of potential hazards or emergencies.
This water resource structure, situated in a picturesque setting, offers opportunities for outdoor recreation while also posing potential risks that require careful monitoring and management. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate dynamics may find Beatties Mill Dam an intriguing case study in the intersection of human infrastructure with natural environments.
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
Sandy Valley Creek |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Beatties Mill Dam