Ponde Roachea Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
The Ponde Roachea Dam in Louisa, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 27 feet in height and spans 600 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 273 acre-feet. While primarily used for recreational purposes, the dam also serves as a vital resource for the surrounding community, with a normal storage capacity of 145 acre-feet and a surface area of 16.5 acres.
Situated on the TRIB-NEGRO RUN river tributary, the Ponde Roachea Dam boasts a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in August 2017. With a drainage area of 0.98 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state regulations and inspections, ensuring its continued safe operation for both recreational and environmental purposes.
Managed by private owners, the Ponde Roachea Dam provides a picturesque recreational setting while also contributing to water resource management in Louisa, Virginia. With its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam stands as a testament to effective regulation and oversight by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. As a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, the dam serves both practical and leisure purposes, making it a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB-NEGRO RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.98 |
Nid Storage |
273 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Ponde Roachea Dam