Terrell Brothers Dam dam
Terrell Brothers Dam
Terrell Brothers Dam, located in Caroline, Virginia, is a private-owned structure that serves as a vital resource for recreation enthusiasts in the area. Standing at a height of 20 feet with a length of 496 feet, this earth-type dam holds a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9.2 acres. Situated on a tributary of the Motto River, the dam offers opportunities for various water activities, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.
While the dam's hazard potential is currently classified as "Undetermined" and its condition remains unassessed, it is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks emergency action preparedness measures. Despite these gaps, the structure continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities for the community, with its picturesque setting offering a haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the outdoors.
As a significant part of Virginia's water infrastructure, Terrell Brothers Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational benefits for the surrounding area. With its strategic location and ample storage capacity, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in balancing environmental conservation with recreational activities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to appreciate and utilize this structure, there is a continued need for ongoing assessment and management to ensure its safety and longevity for future generations to enjoy.
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 Terrell Brothers Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mattaponi River Near Bowling Green | 13 cfs | → |
| Po River Near Spotsylvania | 4 cfs | → |
| North Anna River Near Partlow | 48 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Doswell | 8 cfs | → |
| North Anna River At Hart Corner Near Doswell | 48 cfs | → |
| Rappahannock River Near Fredericksburg | 228 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Terrell Brothers Dam.
Boat launches
- Southlake Drive 9505, Spotsylvania County
- Old Wharf Road King George County
- Elys Ford Road Spotsylvania County
- Elys Ford Road 10615, Fredericksburg
- Mountain Road Hanover County
- County Road 639 1302, Stafford County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Terrell Brothers Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Terrell Brothers Dam
Where does the data for Terrell Brothers 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 Terrell Brothers Dam.