DCR Updates Dam Safety Regions Map, Adding Sixth Region

Charlottesville, VA, October 16, 2026 —

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has updated its dam safety regions map, adding a sixth region. The update changes the number of regions shown on the map from five to six, according to the information provided.

The announcement does not identify where the new region is located or describe how the map’s regional divisions have changed. It also does not provide the date the update took effect, explain the reason for the change, or specify whether the update affects any existing dam safety procedures or responsibilities.

No details were provided about which dams are included in the added region, how many sites may be affected, or whether the boundaries of other regions were revised. The information also does not state whether DCR released a separate explanation or supporting materials with the updated map.

The change described is limited to the addition of a sixth region to the agency’s dam safety regions map. Without further details, the scope and practical effects of the update cannot be determined from the announcement alone. The information provided does not identify any related inspections, enforcement actions, policy changes or next steps.

DCR is identified as the agency that made the update, but no individual spokesperson or additional agency comment was included in the summary. The timing, geographic reach and operational significance of the map change therefore remain unspecified in the available information.

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