Hawk Town North Dam

trib. Beaverdam Creek· Goochland, Virginia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hawk Town North Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.5% in VA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage159 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA075082

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: March 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Luck Companies

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hawk Town North Dam?

Hawk Town North 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 Hawk Town North Dam?

Hawk Town North Dam is owned by Luck Companies (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hawk Town North Dam?

Hawk Town North 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 Hawk Town North Dam?

Hawk Town North Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Hawk Town North Dam last inspected?

Hawk Town North Dam was last inspected on March 15, 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.