Towers Land Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Towers Land Dam, located in Goochland, Virginia, is a privately owned structure that is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

With a height of 36 feet and a length of 300 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 71.42 acre-feet and a normal storage of 38.1 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 3.4 acres and is designed to manage water flow in the area.

Despite its undetermined hazard potential and a condition assessment that is not rated, Towers Land Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are not available, it is subject to regular inspections with a frequency of 1 year. The dam's primary purpose, specific dam types, and construction year are not specified, but its location and structural dimensions make it a significant feature in the local landscape.

Owned privately, Towers Land Dam stands as a vital component in the water infrastructure of Virginia. With its capacity to store significant amounts of water, regulate flow, and contribute to environmental conservation efforts, this dam serves as a key resource for both water resource management and climate resilience in the region.

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

36

Surface Area

3.4

Hydraulic Height

36

Nid Storage

71.42

Structural Height

36

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

36
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.