Dillon Dam

Henry, Virginia· Earth· 43 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Dillon Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 89.5% in VA)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA089051

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

Len Dillon;Roxann B Dillon

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dillon Dam?

Dillon 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 Dillon Dam?

Dillon Dam is owned by Len Dillon;Roxann B Dillon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Dillon Dam?

Dillon Dam has a dam height of 43 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.