Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam dam
Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam
Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam, located in James City, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. It stands at a height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. Despite being categorized as having an "Undetermined" hazard potential and a "Not Rated" condition assessment, the dam is regularly inspected by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
The dam, situated on Pates Creek, is managed by private owners and does not receive federal funding or oversight. While specific details about the dam's construction and purpose are not provided, its presence highlights the importance of effective water resource management in the face of climate change. As climate enthusiasts, understanding the infrastructure and regulation surrounding dams like Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam is crucial for mitigating water-related risks and ensuring the resilience of our water systems.
With its location in a region vulnerable to extreme weather events and sea-level rise, the Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between water resources and climate change. As enthusiasts in this field, we must continue to advocate for sustainable water management practices, adequate infrastructure maintenance, and proactive measures to address the evolving challenges posed by a changing climate. Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam represents a piece of this larger puzzle, where cooperation between private owners, state agencies, and concerned citizens is essential for safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwater River Near Dendron | 1 cfs | → |
| Chickahominy River Near Providence Forge | 31 cfs | → |
| Dragon Swamp At Mascot | 23 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Franklin | 21 cfs | → |
| Nottoway River Near Sebrell | 132 cfs | → |
| Appomattox River At Matoaca | 89 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam.
Boat launches
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About Ajacan Lake Bmp Dam
Where does the data for Ajacan Lake Bmp 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 below 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.
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.