Howard Farm Dam

Charles City, Virginia· 13 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Howard Farm Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 8.1% in VA)
Dam Length850 ft
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA036010

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

Howard Tree farm LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Howard Farm Dam?

Howard Farm 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 Howard Farm Dam?

Howard Farm Dam is owned by Howard Tree farm LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Howard Farm Dam?

Howard Farm Dam has a dam height of 13 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.