Woodstock Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Woodstock Dam, located in Shenandoah, Virginia, stands as a critical structure for water supply purposes along the Little Stony Creek.


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Summary

Owned by the Local Government, the dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring its safety and proper maintenance. With a height of 44 feet and a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet, Woodstock Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Woodstock Dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2021. The dam stretches 388 feet in length, with a surface area of 3 acres and a drainage area of 7 square miles. While it does not have a designated spillway type or maximum discharge capacity listed, the dam's primary purpose of water supply underscores its importance for the surrounding community.

As a gravity dam, Woodstock Dam has been serving the area for an unspecified number of years, providing essential water storage and management capabilities. With its last inspection conducted in April 2021 and a regular inspection frequency, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management, highlighting the intersection of infrastructure, climate, and environmental stewardship in the region.

Dam Length

388

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

Little Stony Creek

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

7

Nid Storage

102

Structural Height

44

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

44
       
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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.