Woodhaven Dam

TOE INK CREEK· New Kent, Virginia· Rockfill· 23 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Woodhaven Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. 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	23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA)
Dam Length	1,000 ft
Dam Type	Rockfill
Max Storage	1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage	834 acre-ft

Surface Area	141 acres
Drainage Area	10 sq mi
NID ID	VA127001

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: May 9, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Woodhaven POA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woodhaven Dam?

Woodhaven 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 Woodhaven Dam?

Woodhaven Dam is owned by Woodhaven POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Woodhaven Dam?

Woodhaven Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Woodhaven Dam?

Woodhaven Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Woodhaven Dam last inspected?

Woodhaven Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2023. 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.