Crews Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pritchett Dam Wells Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Crews Dam, located in Pittsylvania, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 27 feet high and spans a length of 205 feet, with a primary purpose of irrigation. The dam holds a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 21 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.2 acres.
While the hazard potential of Crews Dam is labeled as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, it is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and its emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unspecified. Despite these uncertainties, Crews Dam serves a vital role in providing water resources for irrigation purposes in the region, contributing to the management of water supply and climate resilience in the area.
As an integral part of the water infrastructure in the region, Crews Dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities and ensuring water access for irrigation purposes. While its condition and hazard potential may require further assessment and monitoring, the dam's presence highlights the importance of private ownership in water resource management and the collaboration between state agencies and private entities in regulating and maintaining vital water structures like Crews Dam.
Dam Length |
205 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Sandy River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
28 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sandy River Near Danville
|
41cfs |
Dan River At Stp Near Danville
|
708cfs |
Smith River At Eden
|
222cfs |
Smith River At Martinsville
|
149cfs |
Pigg River Near Sandy Level
|
112cfs |
Smith River At Bassett
|
101cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Crews Dam