Hurts Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Williams Dam Walkers Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hurts Dam is a privately owned structure located in Blackstone, Virginia, along an unnamed tributary to the Little Nottoway River.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 20 feet and a length of 600 feet, serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for local flora and fauna. With a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.5 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in supporting the biodiversity of the surrounding area.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Hurts Dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation. While the dam's hazard potential is currently classified as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, regular inspections are conducted to monitor its structural integrity and identify any potential risks. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are still pending, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential hazards.
Hurts Dam represents a vital resource for the local ecosystem, providing a habitat for wildlife and supporting the conservation efforts in the area. As a privately owned structure with state oversight, the dam's role in water resource management and climate adaptation underscores the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term sustainability and safety for both the environment and nearby communities.
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed tributary to Little Nottoway River - VAHU6 CU06 Nottoway River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.78 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nottoway River Near Rawlings
|
157cfs |
North Meherrin River Near Lunenburg
|
12cfs |
Deep Creek Near Mannboro
|
96cfs |
Appomattox River At Farmville
|
135cfs |
Stony Creek Near Dinwiddie
|
32cfs |
Appomattox River At Mattoax
|
309cfs |
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.
Hurts Dam