The Nvcc Annandale Campus Dam, located in Fairfax, Virginia, along the TR-Accotink Creek, serves as a critical structure for flood risk reduction and recreational purposes.
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Owned by the state and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet. With a surface area of 2 acres and a drainage area of 0.04 square miles, the dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the Nvcc Annandale Campus Dam has been assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in October 2020. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in August 2010, indicating a need for updated emergency response protocols. With a designated inspection frequency of once per year, the dam continues to be monitored to ensure its structural integrity and readiness to mitigate potential risks.
The Nvcc Annandale Campus Dam stands as a vital infrastructure not only for flood risk reduction but also for providing recreational opportunities in the area. With its strategic location and state regulation, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management along the TR-Accotink Creek, highlighting the importance of ongoing inspections and emergency preparedness to safeguard surrounding communities and ecosystems from potential hazards.
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
28.9 |
River Or Stream |
TR-Accotink Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
28.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Structural Height |
28.9 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
29 |
Accotink Creek Near Annandale
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5cfs |
Long Branch Near Annandale
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0cfs |
Cameron Run At Alexandria
|
23cfs |
Fourmile Run At Alexandria
|
2cfs |
Difficult Run Near Great Falls
|
18cfs |
Potomac River Near Wash
|
2700cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Burke Lake Park
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Marsden Tract Campground
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Marsden Tract Group Campsite
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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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