Crawford Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Located in Powhatan, Virginia, Crawford Dam is a private-owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 15.25 feet with a storage capacity of 143.41 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. While its hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, Crawford Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.

Despite lacking specific information on its construction year and purposes, Crawford Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water storage and flood control in the Norfolk District. With a normal storage capacity of 51.8 acre-feet and a surface area of 15.7 acres, this dam plays a pivotal role in managing water resources in the area. Its location at a latitude of 37.5985 and longitude of -77.8623 further solidifies its importance in the region's water infrastructure.

While details on the dam's design and construction remain unclear, Crawford Dam's significance in water resource management cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like Crawford Dam will play an essential role in ensuring a sustainable water supply for the community. Its state-regulated status and regular inspections highlight the commitment to maintaining the safety and functionality of this crucial water resource infrastructure.

Dam Length

320

Dam Height

15.25

Surface Area

15.7

Hydraulic Height

15.25

Nid Storage

143.41

Structural Height

15.25

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

15
       
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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.