Quarter Mill Lake Dam

trib. Lake Randolph· Powhatan, Virginia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Quarter Mill Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA145047

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: August 26, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

joseph isley

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Quarter Mill Lake Dam?

Quarter Mill 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 Quarter Mill Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Quarter Mill Lake Dam?

Quarter Mill 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 Quarter Mill Lake Dam?

Quarter Mill Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Quarter Mill Lake Dam last inspected?

Quarter Mill Lake Dam was last inspected on August 26, 2021. 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.