Breckinridge Dam

Stafford County, Virginia (near BOSWELLS STORE)

River/Stream: CHOPAWAMSIC CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
58 ft
Dam Length
290 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,130 acre-ft
Year Completed
1940
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
5,670 cfs

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2023-11-01

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Poor — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
VA179003
State
Virginia (VA)
Coordinates
38.53667, -77.39167
Age
86 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.