Hundley Dam

MARGARET LEE SWAMP· Essex, Virginia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hundley Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 4.7% in VA)
Dam Length422 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage234 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
NID IDVA057004

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

James Hundley III

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hundley Dam?

Hundley 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 Hundley Dam?

Hundley Dam is owned by James Hundley III (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hundley Dam?

Hundley 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 Hundley Dam?

Hundley Dam has a dam height of 11 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.