Barricks Dam dam
Barricks Dam
Barricks Dam, located in Middlesex, Virginia, on Mill Creek, is a state-regulated structure managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. With a height of 18 feet and a storage capacity of 182 acre-feet, this earth dam serves a primary purpose that is classified as "Other." Despite being undetermined in terms of hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, Barricks Dam is subject to regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement.
Although specific details on the dam's construction year and modifications are not available, Barricks Dam stands as a significant water resource in the region, providing essential storage and regulation for Mill Creek. The dam is situated within the Norfolk District of the US Army Corps of Engineers jurisdiction, highlighting its importance in managing water resources and mitigating potential risks in the area. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment information are currently unavailable, its role in water management and climate resilience remains crucial.
As a vital component of water resource management in Middlesex, Virginia, Barricks Dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and storage along Mill Creek. While further information on its condition assessment and emergency preparedness is needed, the dam's state-regulated status underscores its importance in ensuring water security and mitigating potential hazards. With ongoing state oversight and regular inspections, Barricks Dam stands as a key infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support in the region.
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 Barricks Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Swamp At Mascot | 14 cfs | → |
| Piscataway Creek Near Tappahannock | 14 cfs | → |
| Chickahominy River Near Providence Forge | 27 cfs | → |
| Mattaponi River Near Beulahville | 69 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Dendron | 1 cfs | → |
| Totopotomoy Creek Near Studley | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Barricks Dam.
Boat launches
- Carlton Road Middlesex County
- Middlesex County
- Deep Point Lane Gloucester County
- Old Ferry Road 368, Hudgins
- Sunset Pointe Marina
Campgrounds
- Belle Isle State Park
- Kings Creek - Cheatham Annex Military
- Hammock Camp
- Newport News Park Boy Scout Primitive Camping
- Youth Group Site Ii
- Youth Group Site I
Fishing spots
Track Barricks Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Barricks Dam
Where does the data for Barricks Dam 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 Barricks Dam.