Keaton's Run Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Keaton's Run Dam, located in Orange, Virginia, serves as a vital recreational resource for water and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
Managed by a private owner, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 350 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 402 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Keatons Run river and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, ensuring proper inspection, permitting, and enforcement measures are in place to maintain its structural integrity.
With a hazard potential rated as high, Keaton's Run Dam has undergone regular inspections to assess its condition, which was deemed satisfactory as of May 2017. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in September 2010, indicating a commitment to preparedness and safety measures. Despite its risk assessment status being unspecified, the dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities and water storage for the surrounding area, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Keaton's Run Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human ingenuity and environmental stewardship in maintaining vital infrastructure for community use and safety.
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
Keatons Run |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1.17 |
Nid Storage |
402 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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.
Keaton's Run Dam