Rowlett Road Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Rowlett Road Dam, located in Chesterfield, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam, standing at 18 feet in height, serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 83.3 acre-feet. The dam, completed at an unknown year, covers a surface area of 8.4 acres and supports various recreational activities in addition to its primary purpose of habitat preservation.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its emergency action plan was last revised in 2016. With a drainage area of 0.29 square miles, Rowlett Road Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, especially for the tributaries to Franks Branch. The dam's presence contributes to the overall ecosystem health and provides a sanctuary for wildlife in the region. Further inspection and maintenance are essential to ensure its continued functionality and safety for both the environment and surrounding communities.

Dam Length

304

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

trib.to Franks Branch

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.4

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

0.29

Nid Storage

83.3

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.