Springhill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Springhill 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 | 45 ft (taller than 90.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA019006 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Springhill Lake Home Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Springhill Lake Dam?
Springhill 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 Springhill Lake Dam?
Springhill Lake Dam is owned by Springhill Lake Home Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Springhill Lake Dam?
Springhill 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 Springhill Lake Dam?
Springhill Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Springhill Lake Dam last inspected?
Springhill Lake Dam was last inspected on August 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.