Manns Dam

WARDS CREEK· Prince George, Virginia· Gravity· 10 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Manns Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in VA)
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Drainage Area7 sq mi
NID IDVA149005

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Elsie Cruey;Harry L. & Elsie A. Cruey

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Manns Dam?

Manns 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 Manns Dam?

Manns Dam is owned by Elsie Cruey;Harry L. & Elsie A. Cruey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Manns Dam?

Manns 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 Manns Dam?

Manns Dam has a dam height of 10 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.

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.