Gravatts Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Gravatts Dam, also known as Cralle Place, is a privately owned earth dam located in Nottoway, Virginia.


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Summary

The dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, with a height of 29 feet and a length of 320 feet. It impounds TR-CELLAR CREEK, providing a storage capacity of 185 acre-feet for water enthusiasts to enjoy.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Gravatts Dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection of the dam took place in May 1997, with a recommended inspection frequency of 1. Despite its age, the dam remains a popular spot for outdoor activities, boasting a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area of 0.32 square miles.

While the dam's history and construction details are not fully documented, its presence continues to offer opportunities for recreation in the area. With its picturesque location and potential for outdoor fun, Gravatts Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of water resource management and the intersection of climate and leisure activities in Virginia.

Dam Length

320

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-CELLAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

0.32

Nid Storage

185

Structural Height

29

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

29
       
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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.