Motts Run Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Motts Run Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 97 ft (taller than 98.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 715 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA177004 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Fredericksburg/Spotsylvania County;City of Fredericksburg/Spotsylvania County;Mike Perry;Spotsylvania County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Motts Run Reservoir Dam?
Motts Run Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Motts Run Reservoir Dam?
Motts Run Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Fredericksburg/Spotsylvania County;City of Fredericksburg/Spotsylvania County;Mike Perry;Spotsylvania County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Motts Run Reservoir Dam?
Motts Run Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Motts Run Reservoir Dam?
Motts Run Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 97 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 Motts Run Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Motts Run Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.