Yearly Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Yearly Dam, located in Stafford, Virginia, is a privately-owned dam that is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 29.5 feet, with a storage capacity of 205.2 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. The dam's primary purpose and specific design features are not explicitly stated, but its importance in providing water storage and flood control for the region is evident.

With a normal storage capacity of 111.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres, Yearly Dam is a significant structure in the region's water infrastructure. While the dam's hazard potential is classified as 'Undetermined' and its condition assessment is 'Not Rated', it is subject to regular inspections, with a frequency of once a year. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not specified, suggesting areas for potential improvement in its operational and safety protocols.

Owned and operated by a private entity, Yearly Dam's role in water resource management in Stafford, Virginia, is essential. As a regulated structure with a storage capacity of 205.2 acre-feet, the dam contributes to flood control and water storage in the region. Despite some gaps in information regarding its specific design features and emergency preparedness measures, Yearly Dam remains a key component of the area's water infrastructure.

Dam Length

375

Dam Height

29.5

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

29.5

Nid Storage

205.2

Structural Height

29.5

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

30
       
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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.