Pruitts Dam

TR-BIG LICKING HOLE CREEK· Goochland, Virginia· Built 1968· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pruitts Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDVA075007

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: March 7, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Lee Hoehne

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pruitts Dam?

Pruitts 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 Pruitts Dam?

Pruitts Dam is owned by Lee Hoehne (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pruitts Dam built?

Pruitts Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Pruitts Dam?

Pruitts 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 Pruitts Dam?

Pruitts Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Pruitts Dam last inspected?

Pruitts Dam was last inspected on March 7, 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.