Seals North Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Seals Middle Dam Ball Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Seals North Dam, located in Caroline, Virginia, is a state-regulated dam with a height of 8 feet and a length of 350 feet.
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Summary
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this dam has a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet and is situated within the Baltimore District. Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and not being rated for its condition, the dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures.
While the specific purpose of Seals North Dam is not listed in the data, its primary owner type is not specified, and it is not associated with any other structures. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps preparedness are also not documented. With its location coordinates at latitude 38.0334 and longitude -77.2314, this dam serves as a crucial water resource in the region, though further information regarding its construction, operation, and risk management measures is not provided.
Seals North Dam's presence in the water infrastructure of the area underscores the importance of monitoring and maintaining such structures for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a state-regulated dam with a significant storage capacity, it plays a role in flood control, water supply, and environmental conservation efforts. With ongoing inspections and enforcement in place, the dam serves as a reminder of the complex management required to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
138 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
Seals North Dam