Wyndham Lake Dam

trib. Chickahominy River· Henrico, Virginia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wyndham Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 17.7% in VA)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage142 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA087011

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 22, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Henrico County, Department of Public Works

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wyndham Lake Dam?

Wyndham Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wyndham Lake Dam?

Wyndham Lake Dam is owned by Henrico County, Department of Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wyndham Lake Dam?

Wyndham 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 Wyndham Lake Dam?

Wyndham Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Wyndham Lake Dam last inspected?

Wyndham Lake Dam was last inspected on April 22, 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.