Tiller Lake Dam

trib. Chickahominy R.· Hanover, Virginia· Earth· 13 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tiller Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation. 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	13 ft (taller than 8.1% in VA)
Dam Length	823 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	87 acre-ft
Normal Storage	24 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	VA085083

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: November 30, 2012

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Hunting Hawk Golf Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tiller Lake Dam?

Tiller 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 Tiller Lake Dam?

Tiller Lake Dam is owned by Hunting Hawk Golf Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tiller Lake Dam?

Tiller Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tiller Lake Dam?

Tiller Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Tiller Lake Dam last inspected?

Tiller Lake Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2012. 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.