Licking Run Dam dam
Licking Run Dam
Licking Run Dam, also known as Cedar Run #4 or Germantown Lake, is a crucial structure located in Fauquier, Virginia, designed for flood risk reduction and water supply purposes. Owned by the local government and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 66 feet and has a storage capacity of 8,101 acre-feet. With a surface area of 107.7 acres and a drainage area of 16 square miles, the dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the region.
Situated on Licking Run, this dam is a key feature in the flood risk reduction efforts of the area. With a high hazard potential but rated as satisfactory in condition assessment, the dam is inspected regularly for safety and compliance. The last inspection in December 2020 found the structure to be in good condition. Its emergency action plan is up-to-date, ensuring that proper measures are in place in case of any unforeseen events. Overall, Licking Run Dam remains a vital asset for water management in Virginia.
Managed by the local government and serving as a crucial flood risk reduction structure, Licking Run Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Fauquier, Virginia. With its primary purpose of flood risk reduction and water supply, the dam plays a significant role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential disasters. As a well-maintained structure with a satisfactory condition assessment, Licking Run Dam continues to be a key player in the sustainable utilization of water resources in the area, ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents for years to come.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Licking Run Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Run Near Catlett | 5 cfs | → |
| Rappahannock River At Remington | 136 cfs | → |
| Hazel River At Rixeyville | 56 cfs | → |
| S F Quantico Creek Near Independent Hill | 0 cfs | → |
| Aquia Creek Near Garrisonville | 2 cfs | → |
| Battle Run Near Laurel Mills | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Licking Run Dam.
Boat launches
- Rogues Road Fauquier County
- Doves Trail Prince William County
- Sinclair Lane Prince William County
- Elys Ford Road 10615, Fredericksburg
- County Road 639 1302, Stafford County
- Elys Ford Road Spotsylvania County
Fishing spots
- Piscataway Creek
- Batzell Boat Launch
- Moody Boat Launch
- Maddox Branch
- Davis Branch (Historical)
- Gillam Branch (Historical)
Paddle runs
- Bixler Bridge On State Route 675 To Karo Landing, Approximately 6 Miles South Of Town Of Front Royal
- Segment C--Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Shenandoah River
- Segment B--State Route 730 Bridge To Nf Boundary
- State Route 675 At Edinburg, Va To State Highway 55 Southeast Of Strasburg, Va
- Headwaters Adjacent To Fdt 573 To State Route 622 Bridge
Track Licking Run Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Licking Run Dam
Where does the data for Licking Run Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Licking Run Dam.