Apple Mountain Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Apple Mountain Lake Dam in Virginia is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and stretches 377 feet in length, serving primarily for recreational purposes. Situated on the TR-Oregon Hollow stream, the dam has a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet, with a surface area of 2.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.08 square miles.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of February 2020, the dam poses a significant hazard potential, necessitating regular inspections every year. With its location in Warren County, Virginia, the dam's emergency action plan was last revised in November 2015. While the risk assessment, management measures, and inundation maps status remain unknown, the dam continues to provide essential flood control and recreational opportunities for the surrounding community.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor the development of Apple Mountain Lake Dam, its significance in the region's water management and recreational landscape cannot be understated. With its state-regulated status and private ownership, the dam's operational and safety considerations reflect a balance between conservation and utility, highlighting the complex interplay between human infrastructure and natural resources in the face of changing climatic conditions.

Dam Length

377

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

TR-Oregon Hollow

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.3

Hydraulic Height

33

Drainage Area

0.08

Nid Storage

42

Structural Height

33

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

33
       
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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.