Wellesley Dam
Virginia — Henrico County — HARDINGS BRANCH
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Henrico |
| River | HARDINGS BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 37.64510, -77.62560 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 5, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Henrico County |
| Other Name | Lake Wellesley Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.