Horne'S Lake Dam

trib. James River· James City, Virginia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Horne'S Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA095002

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Governor's Land Foundation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Horne'S Lake Dam?

Horne'S Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Horne'S Lake Dam?

Horne'S Lake Dam is owned by Governor's Land Foundation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Horne'S Lake Dam?

Horne'S 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 Horne'S Lake Dam?

Horne'S Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Horne'S Lake Dam last inspected?

Horne'S Lake Dam was last inspected on June 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.