Reservoir #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Reservoir #1, also known as Hermitage Cc (Nw), is a privately owned irrigation reservoir located in Goochland, Virginia.


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Summary

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this reservoir is regulated and permitted by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with environmental standards. With a dam height of 27.5 feet and a storage capacity of 360 acre-feet, Reservoir #1 plays a crucial role in providing irrigation water for agricultural purposes in the region.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Reservoir #1 has a storage capacity of 213 acre-feet for normal operation. The reservoir covers a surface area of 25 acres and is fed by the BROAD BRANCH river or stream, making it a vital resource for water availability in the area. While the last inspection in September 2019 deemed the reservoir to be in satisfactory condition, ongoing monitoring and maintenance ensure its continued functionality for irrigation purposes.

Owned by a private entity, Reservoir #1 serves as a key water resource in Virginia's agricultural landscape. Its strategic location and state-regulated operations make it a reliable source of irrigation water for the surrounding area. With a focus on sustainability and water management, this reservoir plays a significant role in supporting agricultural activities and ensuring water availability for the community.

Dam Length

485

Dam Height

27.5

River Or Stream

BROAD BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25

Hydraulic Height

27.5

Drainage Area

0.75

Nid Storage

360

Structural Height

27.5

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

28
       
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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.