New Little River Dam dam
New Little River Dam
New Little River Dam, located in Hanover, Virginia, stands as a vital structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. This earth dam, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 700 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes along the tributary of Little River. With a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet, this dam not only enhances the surrounding landscape but also provides opportunities for water enthusiasts to engage in various activities.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and not yet assessed for its condition, the New Little River Dam remains a significant feature within the region. While the exact year of completion is unknown, the dam continues to offer recreational benefits and contributes to the overall water resource management in the area. Its presence adds to the beauty of the surroundings and supports the conservation efforts of the state of Virginia.
Although details such as the dam's maintenance history and emergency preparedness are not specified, the New Little River Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and recreational opportunities. As climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of such structures in maintaining ecological balance and providing leisure activities is crucial. The New Little River Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate patterns.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around New Little River Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Near Doswell | 39 cfs | → |
| North Anna River Near Partlow | 57 cfs | → |
| South Anna River Near Ashland | 42 cfs | → |
| North Anna River At Hart Corner Near Doswell | 103 cfs | → |
| Mattaponi River Near Bowling Green | 20 cfs | → |
| Po River Near Spotsylvania | 10 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near New Little River Dam.
Boat launches
- Mountain Road Hanover County
- Southlake Drive 9505, Spotsylvania County
- Powhatan State Park Road Powhatan County
- Bateau Landing Road 4399, Powhatan County
- Watkins Landing Road 3099, Powhatan County
- River Trail Powhatan County
Campgrounds
Track New Little River Dam in the Snoflo app
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About New Little River Dam
Where does the data for New Little River 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 Undetermined 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 New Little River Dam.