Glade Mtn No 1 is a Federal-owned dam located in Smyth, Virginia, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1955 by the USDA Forest Service, this earth dam stands at 74 feet tall and spans 650 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a very high risk assessment rating of 1, indicating a need for careful monitoring and maintenance.
The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 15 feet and outlet gates that include a slide (sluice gate). While the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it undergoes inspections every 10 years, with the last inspection conducted in August 2011. Although the dam does not have a state regulatory agency overseeing its operations, the Forest Service fulfills various roles from funding to construction, inspection, and regulatory functions.
Overall, Glade Mtn No 1 serves as a crucial structure for both recreational and fish and wildlife pond purposes in the area. Despite its age, the dam is well-managed by the Forest Service, ensuring the safety and integrity of the surrounding environment and water resources. Its location in the Huntington District makes it a significant contributor to the local ecosystem and a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
74 |
River Or Stream |
NONE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
74 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
74 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
74 |
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54cfs |
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30cfs |
New River At Ivanhoe
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1170cfs |
N F Holston River Near Saltville
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121cfs |
New River Near Galax
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861cfs |
Reed Creek At Grahams Forge
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64cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rural Retreat Lake
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Blue Springs Gap Cabin
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Raccoon Branch Campground
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Raccoon Branch
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Comers Rock
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Comers Rock Campground
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