Fox Downs Dam dam
Fox Downs Dam
Fox Downs Dam, located in Goochland, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure on the West Fork Genito Creek. This earthen dam stands at a height of 21 feet and spans a length of 525 feet, providing a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet primarily for recreational purposes. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia and is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite being classified as "Undetermined" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment, Fox Downs Dam remains a key feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region. Owned by unspecified entities, the dam serves as a recreational hub and adds to the scenic beauty of the area. With its strategic location and functional design, the dam continues to be a focal point of interest for those interested in water management and environmental conservation efforts in Virginia.
While specific details such as completion year, surface area, and drainage area remain undisclosed, Fox Downs Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water infrastructure for both recreational and ecological purposes. With its role in providing storage capacity and enhancing the natural landscape, this dam serves as a valuable asset for the community and a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to explore the intersection of infrastructure and environmental stewardship in Goochland, Virginia.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Fox Downs Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Creek At Fine Creek Mills | 2 cfs | → |
| James River And Kanawha Canal Near Richmond | 137 cfs | → |
| South Anna River Near Ashland | 34 cfs | → |
| James River Near Richmond | 1,230 cfs | → |
| James River At Cartersville | 1,580 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Doswell | 8 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fox Downs Dam.
Boat launches
- Bateau Landing Road 4399, Powhatan County
- Watkins Landing Road 3099, Powhatan County
- Powhatan State Park Road Powhatan County
- River Trail Powhatan County
- River Launch Road Powhatan County
- Mountain Road Hanover County
Track Fox Downs Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Fox Downs Dam
Where does the data for Fox Downs Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Fox Downs Dam.