John H. Kerr Dam, Hydroelectric power station in Mecklenburg County, US.
The John H. Kerr Dam spans 849 meters across the Roanoke River, generating electricity through seven vertical Francis units with a total capacity of 227 megawatts.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers constructed the dam between 1947 and 1953, initially naming it Buggs Island Lake before Congress changed its designation in 1951.
The dam creates a 50,000-acre reservoir that serves the communities of Virginia and North Carolina through flood control, power generation, and recreational facilities.
Visitors can access the dam's viewing areas, information center, and surrounding recreation zones that include boat ramps, fishing spots, and hiking trails.
The dam's construction required 53 separate concrete sections called monoliths and incorporates 22 tainter gates for managing water overflow during high-volume periods.
Location: Mecklenburg County
Inception: 1953
Length: 849 m
GPS coordinates: 36.59810,-78.29860
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:44
Prestwould
24.4 km
Occoneechee State Park
16 km
Kerr Lake State Recreation Area
17.9 km
Long Grass Plantation
6.4 km
Burnside Plantation House
23.4 km
Ashland
19.6 km
Patrick Robert Sydnor Log Cabin
23.4 km
Mecklenburg County Courthouse
11.1 km
Colonial Center
20.6 km
Boyd's Tavern
11.1 km
Clarksville Historic District
23.3 km
Buckingham Courthouse Historic District
23.2 km
Pool Rock Plantation
19.2 km
St. John's Episcopal Church
22.4 km
Warrenton Historic District
26 km
Green Duke House
21.3 km
Eureka
6.8 km
Hebron Methodist Church
21.6 km
Elm Hill
1.5 km
Boydton Historic District
11.1 km
Chapel of the Good Shepherd
19.3 km
On the Hill
11.3 km
Clark Royster House
23.4 km
Red Fox Farm
21.2 km
William J. Hawkins House
19.6 km
O.H.P. Tanner House
21.4 km
Elm Hill Archaeological Site
3 km
Judge Henry Wood, Jr. House
23.5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes