The Forest Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

The Forest Dam, located in Goochland, Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 31 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. The dam, situated on a tributary of Beaverdam Creek, serves as a recreational resource for the community, offering opportunities for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.

Although the hazard potential of The Forest Dam is undetermined, its condition assessment was deemed fair during the last inspection in April 2021. With a yearly inspection frequency, the dam is monitored to ensure its safety and functionality. While the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is unclear, the dam's risk management measures and adherence to guidelines remain unspecified. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate The Forest Dam as a vital infrastructure that contributes to both recreation and environmental conservation efforts in the region.

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

trib. Beaverdam Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

114

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

31
       
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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.