Hartlake Dam No. 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hartlake Dam No.


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Summary

2 in Stafford, Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose for recreation. The dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a storage capacity of 55.8 acre-feet on the TR-Deep Run river. While the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are currently undetermined and not rated, it is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.

Located in the Baltimore District, this dam has not been modified over the years and lacks specific details on its spillway type and dimensions. Despite the lack of recent inspection data, the dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, and enforcement, indicating a level of oversight and management. The dam's emergency action plan and risk assessment details are not available, suggesting potential areas for improvement in terms of preparedness and risk mitigation strategies for this water resource.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hartlake Dam No. 2 presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational structure in need of further assessment and management. With its location in Stafford, Virginia, and connections to the TR-Deep Run river, the dam offers opportunities for exploration and evaluation in terms of its environmental impact and resilience to changing weather patterns. As more data become available and inspections are conducted, this dam could serve as a focal point for discussions on water resource management and climate adaptation strategies in the region.

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-Deep Run

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

0.08

Nid Storage

55.8

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

26
       
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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.