Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 33 ft (taller than 76.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA179014 |
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
Stafford County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam?
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a 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 Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam?
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam is owned by Stafford County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam?
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam?
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam last inspected?
Rocky Pen Run Regional Pond 2a Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.