Central Park Poa Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Central Park Poa Dam, located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.


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Summary

With a height of 18 feet and a length of 300 feet, this dam plays a critical role in water resource management in the area. It has a storage capacity of 72.5 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 29.76 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.63 acres.

Although the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are currently undetermined and not rated, it is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures by the state regulatory agency. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are also under evaluation. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the infrastructure and operation of dams like Central Park Poa Dam is essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water systems in the face of changing climates and environmental challenges.

In the absence of detailed information on the dam's construction date, modification history, and spillway characteristics, further research and monitoring are necessary to assess its resilience and potential risks. As a key component of the water management infrastructure in the region, Central Park Poa Dam highlights the importance of proactive maintenance, emergency preparedness, and risk mitigation strategies for safeguarding water resources and communities against potential hazards and climate impacts.

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

18

Surface Area

7.63

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

72.5

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

18
       
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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.