Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam

TR-Neabsco Creek· Prince William, Virginia· Earth· 48 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 48 ft (taller than 92.4% in VA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA153024

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 2, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Northern Virginia Community College

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam?

Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam?

Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam is owned by Northern Virginia Community College (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam?

Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam?

Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam last inspected?

Nvcc Woodbridge Campus Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2021. 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.