Bruce Turner Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sunlight Prop Dam Sullivan Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Bruce Turner Dam, located in Warren, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 52 feet and has a storage capacity of 47.84 acre-feet, providing essential water resource management for the surrounding area. While its primary purpose is not specified, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply management in the region.
With a surface area of 2.3 acres, the Bruce Turner Dam is a significant structure in the Norfolk District, overseen by the state regulatory agency and subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. While its hazard potential is currently undetermined, the dam's condition is not rated, indicating a need for further assessment. Despite its relatively small size, the dam's strategic location and design make it a vital component of the local water infrastructure, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and management for sustainable water resource utilization in the area.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the Bruce Turner Dam serves as a crucial asset in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water availability for the community. With its proximity to the Shenandoah River, this dam plays a vital role in managing water levels and protecting downstream areas from potential flooding. As efforts to address climate-related challenges intensify, the importance of structures like the Bruce Turner Dam in safeguarding water resources and adapting to changing environmental conditions becomes increasingly apparent.
Dam Length |
275 |
Dam Height |
52 |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Nid Storage |
47.84 |
Structural Height |
52 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
52 |
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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.
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