Lake Dillon Dam

POWDER RUN CREEK· Goochland, Virginia· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Dillon Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 71.8% in VA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage600 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA075025

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 10, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

BSA Heart of Virginia Council, Incorperated

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Dillon Dam?

Lake Dillon 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 Lake Dillon Dam?

Lake Dillon Dam is owned by BSA Heart of Virginia Council, Incorperated (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Dillon Dam?

Lake Dillon 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 Lake Dillon Dam?

Lake Dillon Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Lake Dillon Dam last inspected?

Lake Dillon Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2014. 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.