Clayville Lane Dam

trib. Skinquarter Creek· Chesterfield, Virginia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clayville Lane Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage225 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDVA041007

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
Last Inspection: January 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Ruxville Homeowners Association;Ruxville Homeowners Association;Ruxville Homeowners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clayville Lane Dam?

Clayville Lane 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 Clayville Lane Dam?

Clayville Lane Dam is owned by Ruxville Homeowners Association;Ruxville Homeowners Association;Ruxville Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clayville Lane Dam?

Clayville Lane Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Clayville Lane Dam?

Clayville Lane Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

When was Clayville Lane Dam last inspected?

Clayville Lane Dam was last inspected on January 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.