Lower Beaver Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lower Beaver Pond Dam, located in Chesterfield, Virginia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 23 feet and a storage capacity of 460 acre-feet, this dam stands as a crucial structure along Beaver Pond Creek. While its condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated" and its hazard potential is labeled as "Undetermined," the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia oversees its state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite lacking certain data points such as the year of completion and dam length, Lower Beaver Pond Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its significant role in providing recreational opportunities in the area. Its association with Bexley Properties and the Norfolk District of the US Army Corps of Engineers adds to its importance in the local ecosystem. With state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a critical element in the management of water resources in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water systems and their associated infrastructure, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Lower Beaver Pond Dam become increasingly important. While certain aspects of its risk assessment and emergency action planning are yet to be fully evaluated, the presence of state regulation and enforcement mechanisms ensures that the dam's operation aligns with safety standards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lower Beaver Pond Dam stands as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human intervention and natural ecosystems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER POND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.96 |
Nid Storage |
460 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
James River Near Richmond
|
1960cfs |
James River And Kanawha Canal Near Richmond
|
131cfs |
Appomattox River At Mattoax
|
292cfs |
Appomattox River At Matoaca
|
539cfs |
Fine Creek At Fine Creek Mills
|
3cfs |
Deep Creek Near Mannboro
|
76cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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