Hartford Lake Dam

trib. TOTOPOTOMOY· Hanover, Virginia· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hartford Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage153 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA085042

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Hartford Oaks POA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hartford Lake Dam?

Hartford Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hartford Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Hartford Lake Dam?

Hartford Lake 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 Hartford Lake Dam?

Hartford Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Hartford Lake Dam last inspected?

Hartford Lake Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2020. 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.