Schumacher Dam

Prince William, Virginia· 18 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Schumacher Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA)
Dam Length450 ft
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA153046

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Barbara Aldred Schumacher;SCHUMACHER, BARBARA A

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schumacher Dam?

Schumacher Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Schumacher Dam?

Schumacher Dam is owned by Barbara Aldred Schumacher;SCHUMACHER, BARBARA A (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Schumacher Dam?

Schumacher 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.