Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam

TR-Cow Branch· Prince William, Virginia· Earth· 34 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA153031

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: September 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Potomac Club Owners Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam?

Potomac Club Regional Pond 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 Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam?

Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam is owned by Potomac Club Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam?

Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam?

Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam last inspected?

Potomac Club Regional Pond Dam was last inspected on September 14, 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.