Clover Forest Dam, also known as Volcker Dam, is a state-regulated structure located in Goochland, Virginia, along a tributary of the James River.
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With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and stretches 800 feet in length. It offers a storage capacity of 176 acre-feet, making it an important site for fish and wildlife pond management in addition to providing recreational opportunities for visitors.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Clover Forest Dam has an undetermined hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of its condition assessment. While the dam's inspection frequency is set at once a year, other aspects such as emergency action plan preparation and risk assessment are marked as pending. Despite these uncertainties, the dam continues to serve as a vital structure for water resource management and recreational activities in the region, attracting enthusiasts of water resources and climate alike to its scenic surroundings along the James River tributary.
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
trib. James River |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
176 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
26 |
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1950cfs |
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3cfs |
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68cfs |
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175cfs |
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|
292cfs |
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|
52cfs |