Dongola Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Boles Dam Gum Spring Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Dongola Dam, located in Louisa, Virginia, is a crucial structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential resources for the local ecosystem. With a height of 23 feet and a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its importance, Dongola Dam's hazard potential and condition assessment remain undetermined and not rated, respectively. This highlights the need for further inspection and assessment to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure. With its location on the tributary of Jones Creek, the dam is a key feature in the local landscape, contributing to the overall water management efforts in the region.
As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, understanding the role and condition of structures like Dongola Dam is essential for ensuring the sustainability of our natural environment. By staying informed and advocating for proper maintenance and management of such infrastructure, we can contribute to the protection and preservation of water resources for future generations.
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
trib. Jones Creek |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Dongola Dam
Powhatan State Park Road Powhatan County