Mission Court Lake Dam

trib. Goldmine Creek· Hanover, Virginia· 22 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Mission Court Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA)
Max Storage192 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA085073

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
Last Inspection: March 22, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

William E. (Bill) Howard

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mission Court Lake Dam?

Mission Court Lake 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 Mission Court Lake Dam?

Mission Court Lake Dam is owned by William E. (Bill) Howard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Mission Court Lake Dam?

Mission Court Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Mission Court Lake Dam last inspected?

Mission Court Lake Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2022. 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.