Andrews Dam

Unnamed tributary to Jones Hole Swamp - VAHU6 CU29 Moores Swamp - Jones Hole Swamp· Prince George, Virginia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Andrews Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 4.7% in VA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA149024

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 23, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Ruby D Andrews;Willard E Andrews

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Andrews Dam?

Andrews Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Andrews Dam?

Andrews Dam is owned by Ruby D Andrews;Willard E Andrews (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Andrews Dam?

Andrews Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Andrews Dam?

Andrews Dam has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Andrews Dam last inspected?

Andrews Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.