Lake Claybank Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stanley Dam Pollards Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Lake Claybank Dam, also known as Jones Dam #1, is a privately owned structure located in Hanover, Virginia, along tributaries of Mill Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and stretches for 700 feet, serving primarily for irrigation purposes. With a storage capacity of 434 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Lake Claybank Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, the structure remains an integral part of the local water infrastructure. There is ongoing monitoring and periodic inspections to assess the dam's safety and effectiveness in water management.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Claybank Dam presents an opportunity to explore the intersection of infrastructure, water management, and environmental stewardship. As a key component in the irrigation system and recreational activities in the area, the dam's role in sustaining water resources and adapting to changing climate conditions underscores the importance of responsible dam management and maintenance.
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
trib. Mill Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
434 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
29 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lake Claybank Dam