Mill Quarter Lake Dam

NEDS CREEK· Powhatan, Virginia· Earth· 36 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mill Quarter Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	36 ft (taller than 82% in VA)
Dam Length	840 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	2.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.0K acre-ft

Surface Area	99 acres
Drainage Area	3 sq mi
NID ID	VA145009

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: February 21, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Mill Quarter HOA;Mill Quarter HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mill Quarter Lake Dam?

Mill Quarter Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mill Quarter Lake Dam?

Mill Quarter Lake Dam is owned by Mill Quarter HOA;Mill Quarter HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mill Quarter Lake Dam?

Mill Quarter 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 Mill Quarter Lake Dam?

Mill Quarter 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.

When was Mill Quarter Lake Dam last inspected?

Mill Quarter Lake Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2020. 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.