Andrews Dam dam
Andrews Dam
Andrews Dam, located in Carson, Virginia, is a private fish and wildlife pond that serves as a vital resource for the local ecosystem. The dam, primarily constructed of earth, stands at a height of 11 feet and spans a length of 350 feet. It has a storage capacity of 57.2 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 46.9 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9.38 acres. The dam is regulated by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its relatively small size, Andrews Dam plays a crucial role in supporting local wildlife populations and maintaining the ecological balance of the surrounding area. The dam, situated on an unnamed tributary to Jones Hole Swamp, provides essential habitat for various species of fish and wildlife. Its presence contributes to the overall health of the ecosystem and helps to preserve the natural biodiversity of the region. Additionally, the dam's construction and management adhere to state regulations, ensuring that it operates in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
Although the hazard potential and condition assessment of Andrews Dam are currently listed as undetermined and not rated, respectively, its importance as a fish and wildlife pond cannot be understated. As a privately owned structure, the dam serves as a valuable resource for conservation efforts and provides a sanctuary for local flora and fauna. With ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight, Andrews Dam continues to fulfill its primary purpose while contributing to the overall sustainability of the ecosystem in Prince George County, Virginia.
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 Andrews Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nottoway River Near Stony Creek | 53 cfs | → |
| Appomattox River At Matoaca | 129 cfs | → |
| Stony Creek Near Dinwiddie | 38 cfs | → |
| Nottoway River Near Sebrell | 121 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Dendron | 3 cfs | → |
| Nottoway River Near Rawlings | 28 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Andrews Dam.
Boat launches
- Magazine Road 930, Petersburg
- Chesdin Lake Road 3715, Dinwiddie County
- Lake Chesdin Parkway Chesterfield County
- Osborne Park And Boat Landing
- Deep Bottom Boat Ramp
- Waterfowl Flyway 9111, Chesterfield County
Campgrounds
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Track Andrews Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Andrews Dam
Where does the data for Andrews 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 Andrews Dam.