Department of Conservation and Recreation
Conserve. Protect. Enjoy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
results in following insights.
Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in Virginia. From hurricanes and tropical storms to spring downpours and flash floods, flooding remains a serious risk year-round. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to safeguard your life and property. READ MORE
VFRIS has undergone a refresh for 2025 and now integrates data from dozens of trusted sources, offering a wealth of information that can be layered on top of a location's flood risk. READ MORE
DCR is proud to celebrate Darryl Glover's extraordinary - and ongoing - work to conserve and protect precious natural resources.... READ MORE
Engineers with DCR's Dam Safety Division work to ensure that the over 2,500 dams in the state are properly and safely designed, built, operated and maintained. Learn more from Andrea Henry, PE, DCR's Region 1 Dam Safety Engineer. READ MORE
Only 3% of Virginians currently maintain flood insurance, with many remaining uninsured due to misconceptions about their flood risk. Let's correct some common myths surrounding flood insurance. READ MORE
How did DCR work to Conserve, Protect and Enjoy in 2023? Read about the year's accomplishments. READ MORE
