Spotsylvania County Dam #3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Spotsylvania County Dam #3, located in Spotsylvania, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
With a height of 22.5 feet and a storage capacity of 124.38 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Despite being undetermined in terms of hazard potential and not yet rated in terms of condition assessment, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality.
Managed by the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Spotsylvania County Dam #3 is a key infrastructure in the region, providing essential water storage and flood control. The dam, with a length of 180 feet and a surface area of 11.1 acres, serves as an important structure for maintaining water levels and protecting surrounding areas from potential flooding. Although specific details about the dam's construction, modification history, and purposes are not listed, its significance in water resource management cannot be understated.
As an important piece of infrastructure in the region, Spotsylvania County Dam #3 is vital for maintaining water resources and protecting against potential hazards. While some details about the dam, such as its construction year and spillway type, are not provided, its role in water storage and flood control is evident from its design and specifications. With regular inspections and state regulation in place, the dam continues to serve the community effectively in managing water resources and mitigating risks associated with potential flooding.
Dam Length |
180 |
Dam Height |
22.5 |
Surface Area |
11.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
22.5 |
Nid Storage |
124.38 |
Structural Height |
22.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Spotsylvania County Dam #3