Wilde Lake Dam

Henrico, Virginia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wilde Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage302 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA087012

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: October 10, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Wilde Lake Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wilde Lake Dam?

Wilde Lake 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 Wilde Lake Dam?

Wilde Lake Dam is owned by Wilde Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wilde Lake Dam?

Wilde 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 Wilde Lake Dam?

Wilde Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Wilde Lake Dam last inspected?

Wilde Lake Dam was last inspected on October 10, 2019. 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.