Fox Run Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fox Hill Dam Mcgeorge Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Fox Run Dam, located in King William, Virginia, is a state-regulated dam on tributary Herring Creek with a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its undetermined hazard potential and lack of a condition rating, the dam meets state guidelines for emergency action preparedness, although specific emergency contacts and inundation maps are not currently available.
Owned by an unspecified entity, Fox Run Dam serves a primary purpose that is not specified, with no associated structures or federal agency involvement. The dam's construction date and specific design features are unknown, but it falls under the Norfolk District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam's risk assessment and management measures remain unclear, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potentially improved oversight to ensure the safety and sustainability of this crucial water resource in the region.
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
trib. Herring Creek |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
19 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Fox Run Dam