Pohick Creek Dam #3, also known as Woodglen Lake, is a vital structure located in Fairfax, Virginia, designed for flood risk reduction along the TR-Sideburn Branch.
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This earth-type dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 700 feet in length, serving a critical purpose in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential water-related hazards. With a storage capacity of 960 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.15 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels during periods of heavy rainfall or snowmelt.
Operated by the local government and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Pohick Creek Dam #3 has been deemed to have a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in October 2020. The dam's normal storage capacity is 380 acre-feet, providing opportunities for recreational use in addition to its primary function of flood risk reduction. While its last inspection date was in October 2020, the dam's emergency action plan preparation status and adherence to guidelines remain unspecified, highlighting areas for potential improvement in emergency response readiness.
Situated within the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Pohick Creek Dam #3 stands as a testament to effective water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and water levels, the importance of maintaining and updating infrastructure like Pohick Creek Dam #3 becomes increasingly apparent in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the threats of flooding and water-related emergencies.
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-Sideburn Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1.15 |
Nid Storage |
960 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
38 |
Long Branch Near Annandale
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0cfs |
Accotink Creek Near Annandale
|
2cfs |
Cameron Run At Alexandria
|
15cfs |
Difficult Run Near Great Falls
|
12cfs |
Fourmile Run At Alexandria
|
2cfs |
Potomac River Near Wash
|
2550cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Burke Lake Park
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Bull Run Regional Park
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Lake Fairfax
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Fort Belvoir Travel and RV Camp
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Pohick Bay Regional Park
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