Masons Mill Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Masons Mill Dam, located in Brunswick, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure on Waqua Creek primarily used for water supply.


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Summary

With a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 148 acre-feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability for the surrounding area. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

While the dam's hazard potential is currently classified as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, the structure continues to serve its purpose effectively. The dam has not undergone any recent modifications, and its emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are yet to be determined. With its location in a picturesque area with a surface area of 13 acres, Masons Mill Dam provides both recreational opportunities and essential water resources for the community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and assessing the sustainability and safety of Masons Mill Dam remain key areas of interest.

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

WAQUA CREEK

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

148

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

20
       
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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.