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Robertson Dam, also known as Lake Robertson, is a state-owned earth dam located in Lexington, Virginia.
Managed by the Virginia Department of Games and Inland Fisheries, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 26 acres and a storage capacity of 678 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 52 feet and spans a length of 400 feet, with a hazard potential categorized as high and a fair condition assessment as of February 2021.
Situated on an unnamed tributary to Colliers Creek, Robertson Dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia. With its proximity to the Norfolk District, the dam's emergency action plan was last revised in July 2015. Despite lacking information on its construction year, the dam undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of one year to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures. Water resource and climate enthusiasts alike can appreciate Robertson Dam for its role in providing recreational opportunities while upholding state-regulated standards for dam management.
With Congressman Ben Cline representing the area, Robertson Dam stands as a vital component of water resource management in Rockbridge County, Virginia. Its importance lies not only in providing recreational benefits to the community but also in its role in flood control and water storage. As climate change continues to impact water resources, Robertson Dam showcases the state's commitment to ensuring the safety and sustainability of its water infrastructure for future generations.
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
52 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed tributary to Colliers Creek - VAHU6 JU84 Colliers Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
678 |
Structural Height |
52 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
52 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Nimrod
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Site 9 - Barbash
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Site 1 - West Lake
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Site 10 - Paschalides
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Glen Maury Park
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Site 11 - Eaton
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Segment A--Route 42 Bridge To Confluence With Jackson River
Segment B--Confluence With Bullpasture River To Route 42 Bridge
Top Of Apple Orchards Falls To Confluence Of North Creek With Jennings Creek
1 Mile Southeast Of Buchanan (At End Of Nfs Land) To Snowden Dam Reservoir
Segment D--Gathright Dam To State Route 687 Bridge At Clearwater Park
Segment C--Southern Boundary Hidden Valley Tract To Mcclintic Bridge