Spotsylvania County Dam #5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hidden Trail Lake Grant Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Spotsylvania County Dam #5, located in Spotsylvania, Virginia, is a state-regulated dam with a height of 16.5 feet and a storage capacity of 81.51 acre-feet.
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Summary
This dam, under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation, plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated for its condition, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Managed by the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Spotsylvania County Dam #5 serves as a key infrastructure for flood control and water storage. The dam's primary purpose and specific design details are not specified in the available data, but its presence signifies the importance of water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change in the area. With a normal storage capacity of 8.88 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.17 acres, the dam contributes to the overall water management strategy in Spotsylvania County.
While the exact completion year and construction details of Spotsylvania County Dam #5 are not provided, its significance in the local water resource infrastructure cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, the role of dams like this one becomes increasingly important in ensuring the resilience of communities and ecosystems against flooding and water scarcity. Further assessments and risk management measures may be necessary to enhance the safety and effectiveness of this vital water resource structure.
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
16.5 |
Surface Area |
3.17 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.5 |
Nid Storage |
81.51 |
Structural Height |
16.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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 #5