Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam dam
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam is a vital structure located in Stafford, Virginia, designed for flood risk reduction in the region. Managed by the local government and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 32.6 feet, with a storage capacity of 163 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.97 acres. The dam plays a crucial role in protecting the area from potential flooding events, ensuring the safety and well-being of nearby residents.
Situated on Rocky Pen Run, this dam not only serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction but also contributes to water supply management in the region. With a hazard potential rated as high, regular inspections are carried out to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the dam. The condition assessment in March 2020 deemed it satisfactory, highlighting its reliability in mitigating flood risks. The dam's strategic location and design make it an essential asset in the area's water resource and climate resilience efforts.
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management, combining functionality with environmental stewardship. As a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction and water supply, this earth dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community against natural disasters. With a satisfactory condition assessment and high hazard potential, continued monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure the long-term effectiveness and resilience of this important structure in Stafford, 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 Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rappahannock River Near Fredericksburg | 213 cfs | → |
| Aquia Creek Near Garrisonville | 2 cfs | → |
| Po River Near Spotsylvania | 4 cfs | → |
| S F Quantico Creek Near Independent Hill | 0 cfs | → |
| Rappahannock River At Remington | 136 cfs | → |
| Cedar Run Near Catlett | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam.
Boat launches
- Elys Ford Road Spotsylvania County
- Elys Ford Road 10615, Fredericksburg
- County Road 639 1302, Stafford County
- Southlake Drive 9505, Spotsylvania County
- Old Wharf Road King George County
- Rogues Road Fauquier County
Campgrounds
- Lunga Park Military - Quantico Mcb
- Campsite #6
- Campground 3
- Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground
- Oak Ridge - Prince William Forest Park
- Oak Ridge Campground
Fishing spots
Track Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam
Where does the data for Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a 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 High 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 Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam.