Dixiana Mine Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Dixiana Mine Dam, located in Wise County, Virginia, is a crucial water supply structure on the Guest River.


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Summary

With a height of 150 feet and a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet, this earth dam plays a vital role in providing water to the surrounding area. While the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, its importance for water supply cannot be overstated.

Owned by a non-listed entity, Dixiana Mine Dam has not been regulated or inspected by the state. Despite its lack of state oversight, the dam remains a key resource for the region, serving its primary purpose of water supply. The dam's location in the Nashville District and its association with H. Morgan Griffith (R) as the congressional representative highlight its significance in the local community.

Although details such as the year of completion, spillway type, and inspection frequency are not available, Dixiana Mine Dam's impact on water resources in Wise County is evident. As a water supply structure with a substantial storage capacity and hydraulic height, the dam stands as a testament to the vital role dams play in managing water resources and supporting communities in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Height

150

River Or Stream

GUEST RIVER

Hydraulic Height

150

Nid Storage

115

Structural Height

150

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

150
       
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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.