Goodwin Dam

TR-SANDY RIVER· Prince Edward, Virginia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Goodwin Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage212 acre-ft
Normal Storage86 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA147005

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Virginia DCR - State Parks

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goodwin Dam?

Goodwin Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Goodwin Dam?

Goodwin Dam is owned by Virginia DCR - State Parks (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Goodwin Dam?

Goodwin Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Goodwin Dam?

Goodwin Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Goodwin Dam last inspected?

Goodwin Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2018. 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.