Debenard Dam #1 dam
Debenard Dam #1
Debenard Dam #1, located in King George, Virginia, is a private dam regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Standing at a height of 14.5 feet with a storage capacity of 124.7 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Although the hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, the dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Managed by a private owner, Debenard Dam #1 serves as a key structure in the region, contributing to water conservation efforts and providing essential resources for the community. Despite lacking specific details on its construction year and design specifications, the dam's primary purpose and importance in the local ecosystem are evident. With a normal storage capacity of 83.85 acre-feet and a surface area of 21.5 acres, the dam plays a significant role in maintaining water levels and supporting the surrounding environment.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Debenard Dam #1 become increasingly vital for ensuring water availability and mitigating the effects of extreme weather events. With the potential for future modifications and improvements, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in safeguarding against climate-related challenges. As efforts to address climate change and water scarcity intensify, Debenard Dam #1 remains a crucial component in the region's resilience and adaptation strategies.
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 Debenard Dam #1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rappahannock River Near Fredericksburg | 235 cfs | → |
| Mattaponi River Near Bowling Green | 26 cfs | → |
| Po River Near Spotsylvania | 5 cfs | → |
| Aquia Creek Near Garrisonville | 4 cfs | → |
| S F Quantico Creek Near Independent Hill | 1 cfs | → |
| Zekiah Swamp Run Near Newtown | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Debenard Dam #1.
Boat launches
- Old Wharf Road King George County
- Friendship Landing Road 4701, Charles County
- County Road 639 1302, Stafford County
- Charles County
- Elys Ford Road Spotsylvania County
- Southlake Drive 9505, Spotsylvania County
Campgrounds
- Champs Rv Military - A P Hill
- Smallwood State Park Youth Group Campsite
- Lunga Park Military - Quantico Mcb
- Smallwood State Park
- Campground 3
- Campsite #6
Fishing spots
Track Debenard 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 Debenard Dam #1
Where does the data for Debenard 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 Debenard Dam #1.