Lewis Nursery Dam #3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lewis Nursery Dam #3 is a privately owned dam located in Pittsylvania, Virginia, along an unnamed tributary to Cascade Creek.


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Summary

The dam, primarily used for irrigation purposes, is an earth-type structure with a height of 28 feet and a length of 260 feet. It has a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 30 acre-feet.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Lewis Nursery Dam #3 is classified as state-regulated, with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently labeled as 'Undetermined' and its condition assessment is 'Not Rated', the dam has not undergone any recent modifications or assessments. As of the latest data update in April 2021, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place for the dam.

Despite its relatively small surface area of 3 acres, Lewis Nursery Dam #3 plays a significant role in supporting irrigation activities in the surrounding area. With its state-regulated status and diligent oversight by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the region while also highlighting the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance and monitoring in the face of changing climatic conditions.

Dam Length

260

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

Unnamed tributary to Cascade Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

39

Structural Height

28

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

28
       
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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.