Red Oak Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Red Oak Dam, also known as Red Oak Nursery Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Westmoreland, Virginia.
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Summary
This dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia and serves the primary purpose of irrigation along Marshall Creek. Standing at a height of 41.1 feet with a length of 950 feet, Red Oak Dam has a storage capacity of 1277 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 62 acres.
With a significant hazard potential, Red Oak Dam has not been rated for its condition since its last inspection in 2005. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a crucial role in providing irrigation water to the surrounding area. Its structural integrity and safety are monitored through regular inspections and enforcement measures by state regulatory agencies.
As a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in Virginia, Red Oak Dam underscores the importance of maintaining and managing our water systems in the face of changing climate conditions. Its role in supporting agriculture and water supply highlights the need for ongoing risk assessment and management to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water resources for future generations.
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
41.1 |
River Or Stream |
MARSHALL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
41.1 |
Drainage Area |
1.54 |
Nid Storage |
1277 |
Structural Height |
41.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
41 |
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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.
Red Oak Dam