Woodberry Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Woodberry Dam, located in Powhatan, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 130 feet in length, with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities. The dam impounds water from Jones Creek and releases it into Norwood Creek, serving as a vital resource for the surrounding community.

With a storage capacity of 189 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 114 acre-feet, Woodberry Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and wildlife observation. Despite its undetermined hazard potential, the dam is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in March 2020. The structure has not been modified in recent years, and there are no associated locks or spillways, highlighting its simple yet effective design.

Woodberry Dam serves as a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area, providing both recreational opportunities and a source of water for the local ecosystem. As a privately owned and state-regulated structure, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and storage in the region. With its scenic location and functional design, Woodberry Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in a changing climate.

Dam Length

130

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

Jones Creek (in) to Norwood Creek (out)

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

189

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

22
       
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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. 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

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, 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.