George Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jim Boaz Dam Hazelwood Dam
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
George Dam, located in Patrick, Virginia, is a privately owned water resource structure with a height of 35 feet and a length of 310 feet.
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Summary
It serves multiple purposes, including storage of up to 91 acre-feet of water and covering a surface area of 5.8 acres. While its hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not yet rated, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.
Managed by a private entity, George Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Huntington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its critical role in water resource management, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps are currently not available. However, with its state-regulated status and ongoing inspections, the dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water resources in the region.
As a significant earth dam structure in Virginia, George Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its capacity to store water and its strategic location within the state, the dam's importance in ensuring water security and resource management cannot be understated. While certain aspects of its safety and risk management require further assessment, the dam stands as a key player in the state's water infrastructure.
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
35 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
George Dam