Horse Pasture Creek Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Horse Pasture Creek Dam #2 is a vital structure located in Henry, Virginia, along the Bull Run stream, designed for flood risk reduction.


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Summary

This earth-type dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a length of 620 feet, providing essential water storage capacity of 459 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding, with a hazard potential rated as high and a fair condition assessment as of July 2019.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Horse Pasture Creek Dam #2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam's location at a latitude of 36.6604 and longitude of -80.0273 underscores its strategic position for flood control and water storage. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained, with the last assessment conducted in July 2019 to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the area.

As a key flood risk reduction infrastructure in the region, Horse Pasture Creek Dam #2 serves as a critical defense against potential disasters caused by extreme weather events and changing climate patterns. With a storage capacity of 459 acre-feet and a fair condition assessment, the dam stands as a testament to proactive mitigation efforts in safeguarding communities and infrastructure from the impacts of flooding. Its strategic placement along the Bull Run stream underscores its importance in maintaining water security and resilience in Henry, Virginia.

Dam Length

620

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

BULL RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

38

Drainage Area

1.66

Nid Storage

459

Structural Height

38

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

38
       
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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.