Skimino Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Skimino Dam, located in York, Virginia, is a Federal-owned dam on the Skimino Creek that primarily serves the purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 17 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet. Although the hazard potential of the dam is currently categorized as "Undetermined" and its condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the dam has not been inspected in recent years.

The dam, classified as an Earth dam, is under the jurisdiction of the Norfolk District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. It has not undergone any significant modifications since its completion, and information on its spillway type and width, as well as outlet gates, is not provided. Despite lacking certain details such as the dam length and surface area, Skimino Dam remains a vital structure for recreation in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find interest in exploring the potential risks and management measures associated with this dam, as well as its role in supporting recreational activities in the region.

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-SKIMINO CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

0.32

Nid Storage

104

Structural Height

17

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

17
       
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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.