Bridge Lake Dam

Powhatan, Virginia· 26 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Bridge Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Dam Length400 ft
Max Storage146 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA145066

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Bridge Lake LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bridge Lake Dam?

Bridge Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bridge Lake Dam?

Bridge Lake Dam is owned by Bridge Lake LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Bridge Lake Dam?

Bridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.