Rowlett Road Dam

trib.to Franks Branch· Chesterfield, Virginia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rowlett Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA)
Dam Length304 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA041053

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Wm &Gene Duval

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rowlett Road Dam?

Rowlett Road Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Rowlett Road Dam?

Rowlett Road Dam is owned by Wm &Gene Duval (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rowlett Road Dam?

Rowlett Road Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rowlett Road Dam?

Rowlett Road Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

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.