Witcher Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Horshshoe Hollow Dam Franklin Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Witcher Dam, located in Patrick, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 29 feet, this earth dam spans a length of 230 feet and boasts a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 16 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.6 acres, Witcher Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Although the hazard potential of Witcher Dam is currently marked as undetermined and its condition assessment remains unrated, the structure undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of one per year. Despite lacking a specific completion year, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are yet to be fully detailed, reflecting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource infrastructure.
Witcher Dam stands as a testament to the importance of private ownership in water resource management, with its regulatory oversight ensuring compliance with state standards. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like Witcher Dam play a crucial role in mitigating risks and providing essential water storage for the community. With a strategic location and significant storage capacity, Witcher Dam remains a key asset in the region's water resource infrastructure.
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
29 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
21 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Witcher Dam