Engh Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: January 12, 2026

Engh Dam, located in Prince William, Virginia, is a privately-owned structure used primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 700 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-Cedar Run river, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.

Although the hazard potential of Engh Dam is currently classified as "Undetermined" and its condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," the dam meets state permitting and inspection requirements. With a normal storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the area. In case of emergencies, such as floods or breaches, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is not specified.

Engh Dam's presence underscores the importance of water resource management and infrastructure in sustaining agricultural practices in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and usage patterns, the oversight and maintenance of such structures become increasingly critical for ensuring both water security and environmental resilience.

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-Cedar Run

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

125

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

18
       
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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.