Wood Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Smithleigh Dam Camp Shenandoah Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wood Dam, located in Augusta, Virginia, serves as an essential water supply structure along the TR-MIDDLE RIVER.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. While its hazard potential remains undetermined, the dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.
With a primary purpose of water supply, Wood Dam contributes significantly to the region's water resources management. Its structural design and hydraulic height of 30 feet demonstrate its importance in maintaining a stable water supply for the surrounding area. Despite being not rated for condition assessment, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water management within the state of Virginia.
Wood Dam's presence underscores the vital role of private entities in water resource management. As a key infrastructure for water supply, its location in Augusta, Virginia highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in ensuring the region's water security. The dam's association with the Norfolk District signifies its significance in the broader context of water resource and climate management in the area.
Dam Length |
220 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
30 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Wood Dam