Mattawan Dam

TR-TOTOPOTOMY CREEK· Hanover, Virginia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA085039

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Pine Slash Homeonwers Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mattawan Dam?

Mattawan 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 Mattawan Dam?

Mattawan Dam is owned by Pine Slash Homeonwers Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mattawan Dam?

Mattawan 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 Mattawan Dam?

Mattawan Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Mattawan Dam last inspected?

Mattawan Dam was last inspected on May 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.