Moss Neck Manor Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Moss Neck Manor Lake Dam, located in Caroline County, Virginia, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 309 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 209 acre-feet. Situated on Ware Creek, the dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia and is subject to state inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

Despite its undetermined hazard potential and lack of a formal condition assessment, Moss Neck Manor Lake Dam remains an essential component of the local water resource infrastructure. With its proximity to the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam plays a crucial role in water management and irrigation in the region. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, its importance in supporting agricultural activities and recreational opportunities cannot be understated.

As a key feature in the landscape of Caroline County, Moss Neck Manor Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations in the region. With its potential for both irrigation and recreation, the dam represents a valuable asset that requires ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.

Dam Length

309

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

WARE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

209

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

25
       
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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.