Horse Shoe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Horse Shoe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 82% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA083004 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Elmer H. Watson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horse Shoe Lake Dam?
Horse Shoe 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 Horse Shoe Lake Dam?
Horse Shoe Lake Dam is owned by Elmer H. Watson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Horse Shoe Lake Dam?
Horse Shoe 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 Horse Shoe Lake Dam?
Horse Shoe Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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.