King And Queen County Dam #1 dam
King And Queen County Dam #1
King and Queen County Dam #1, located in Virginia, is a state-regulated structure under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. This dam, standing at a height of 11.5 feet and with a length of 300 feet, serves as a significant water resource in the region. With a storage capacity of 84.36 acre-feet, it provides essential water management capabilities, including a normal storage capacity of 67.64 acre-feet and a surface area of 17.8 acres.
Although the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," the dam's hazard potential is labeled as "Undetermined." This indicates the need for further evaluation and monitoring to ensure the safety and reliability of the structure. Despite the lack of specific information on the year of completion or the purposes of the dam, its presence plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in King and Queen County. With state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, the dam is part of a comprehensive system that aims to protect the surrounding community and environment.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of King and Queen County Dam #1 is essential for recognizing the importance of sustainable water management practices. With a focus on safety, regulation, and environmental impact, this dam serves as a vital component of the region's infrastructure. By staying informed about its specifications and operational details, stakeholders can contribute to the ongoing efforts to safeguard water resources and mitigate the effects of climate change in the area.
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 King And Queen County Dam #1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mattaponi River Near Beulahville | 44 cfs | → |
| Piscataway Creek Near Tappahannock | 12 cfs | → |
| Pamunkey River Near Hanover | 98 cfs | → |
| Mattaponi River Near Bowling Green | 13 cfs | → |
| North Anna River At Hart Corner Near Doswell | 51 cfs | → |
| Totopotomoy Creek Near Studley | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near King And Queen County Dam #1.
Track King And Queen County Dam #1 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About King And Queen County Dam #1
Where does the data for King And Queen County Dam #1 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 King And Queen County Dam #1.