Gillie Creek Dam dam
Gillie Creek Dam
Located in Henrico, Virginia, Gillie Creek Dam, also known as Lake Eastbourne or Heckler Village, is a privately-owned structure that serves as a recreational site along Stony Run. With a height of 29 feet and a length of 350 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 247 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 20.4 acres. While its hazard potential is labeled as undetermined and its condition is not rated, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.
Despite being constructed for recreational purposes, Gillie Creek Dam plays a vital role in providing a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities. The dam's location within a picturesque setting and its proximity to the Norfolk District make it an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking to explore the beauty of the Stony Run area. While its emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are yet to be determined, the dam continues to be a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.
As a private entity, Gillie Creek Dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and preserving water resources for future generations. Its presence not only offers a recreational escape for individuals seeking outdoor adventures but also highlights the need for sustainable practices in managing water sources and climate-related concerns. With its historical significance and potential for further development, Gillie Creek Dam remains a valuable asset for water enthusiasts and climate advocates looking to promote environmental stewardship in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Gillie Creek Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Totopotomoy Creek Near Studley | 2 cfs | → |
| James River Near Richmond | 1,230 cfs | → |
| James River And Kanawha Canal Near Richmond | 137 cfs | → |
| Pamunkey River Near Hanover | 86 cfs | → |
| Chickahominy River Near Providence Forge | 21 cfs | → |
| South Anna River Near Ashland | 34 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gillie Creek Dam.
Track Gillie Creek Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Gillie Creek Dam
Where does the data for Gillie Creek Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Gillie Creek Dam.