R Beasley Dam 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: R Beasley Dam 2 Ararat River Dam #63
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
R Beasley Dam 1, located in Patrick, Virginia, is a private dam regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation with a height of 38 feet and a length of 350 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam has a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.5 acres. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined and its condition has not been rated, it is regularly inspected with a frequency of once per year.
Owned by a private entity, R Beasley Dam 1 serves as a vital water resource infrastructure in the region, providing storage for irrigation, domestic water supply, or flood control purposes. Its location in the Huntington District under the jurisdiction of the state of Virginia highlights its significance in managing water resources and mitigating the impacts of climate variability on the surrounding environment.
With its design and construction details undisclosed, the dam's purpose and specific hydraulic features remain unspecified. However, its presence signifies a commitment to water management and safety by meeting state regulatory requirements for inspection, enforcement, and permitting. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data on R Beasley Dam 1 invites further exploration into its role in sustaining water availability and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
38 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
42 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
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.
R Beasley Dam 1