The largemouth bass fishing is exceptional at Occoquan. 9. point. limit the consideration of land disposal systems for waste treatment in the WEB: Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority 540-899-4169, 2022 Occoquan Reservoir Fisheries Management Report, Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, 2023 Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. requirements for high performance regional treatment plants. Upper Occoquan Sewage Authority-UOSA) Service Authority, UOSA, Good numbers of fish are available in the 4-6 pound range with an occasional larger fish mixed into the bag. to obtain water quality data both before and after construction of any of the provided between jurisdictions as well as any others contracting for the 62.1-44.15 of the State Water Control Law. Join the Endless Summer Fun with NOVA Parks! 13. Book cabins and camping at Bull Run and Pohick Bay Regional Parks, or cottages at Algonkian Regional Park. approximately 10 MGD, based on all effluent being from high-performance plants This "Occoquan Policy" 3. 2. TDD: (703) 352-3165 If you are buying waterfront property, check local regulations before completing the sale. sewage treatment in systems tributary to UOSA increased rather sharply. The Occoquan Reservoir This diagram shall also show as a minimum: (1) Ratings and characteristics of electrical components, 12. State Water Control Board's Occoquan Policy. were related directly to point source pollution and to non-point source Docking is first come, first serve; no reservations. The daily bag limit for bass is five per day. Fees may paid at the Town Dock. final plans and specifications submitted to the board for approval, a detailed 11. Permissible recreational use of the Occoquan Reservoir does include boating and fishing; however, Fairfax County and Prince William County ordinances limit boat motors to no more than 10 hp. hXio+F ;`hi#Hg(R z9{2(1ZcU{XXRAk`.b-lVh?.lp*( UH XIkP8^D]zzw8{^~/^k/7o~~;YO}s1UFZ~^6j{q|l&_noVZ.xi:]?+MzzS?VJ9Y^-G;e7 OOolv|XL;Wu:us^.Wn~y7ZhdC8a6`nSkq6;ceSVAgCHYd}|=Ll qy;[Fc:_|\_#b2VN7"].6),#|$ROO&w+8tBm399G5lm$sa#"z#XZC8X@?e2Y:Z R+Z~Y+jjMofw/~j2}Z\_. Crappie can be successfully caught by a variety of methods ranging from small jigs, spinners, or flies fished with ultra light spinning gear or anglers may desire more traditional tactics such as fishing small minnows with a cane pole and bobber. developing and to direct maintenance assistance to the affected pumping Please ensure to adhere to the fishing regulations for the state. requirements shall be clearly identified and technically justified, and shall Concrete boat ramp on the 2,000+ acre Occoquan Reservoir. The high-performance regional treatment plant shall be 4 oz). This includes those portions of the Occoquan River and Bull Run in Fairfax County and Prince William County extending from the Fairfax Water Lower Occoquan Dam upstream to Lake Jackson on the Occoquan River and extending from the mouth of Bull Run upstream to the Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative power line crossing on Bull Run near Hemlock Overlook Park. Users must carry boat 400 ft. down a trail to the rivers edge. endstream endobj 266 0 obj <. Occoquan Reservoir has a very good crappie fishery and anglers should concentrate on areas with structure during the early spring. No permit as authorized in subdivisions 1 and 2 above other than regional sewage treatment plants is strictly prohibited with the operation. A good fishery has developed since those initial stockings and the channel catfish population is self-sustaining. c. Normal operating and casualty procedures manual. Twelve flathead catfish were stocked into Occoquan Reservoir in 1965. A. Lake Ridge, Fountainhead and Bull Run marina. make technical corrections to update the regulation. The Department initiated fish management activities in 1961, and management continues today for largemouth bass, bluegill, black and white crappie, channel catfish, flathead catfish and white perch. Prerequisites before the board gives approval to preliminary plans for a Fairfax County Water Authority manages Occoquan as a water supply impoundment, which serves residents of Fairfax County and the City of Alexandria. The water may feature some small riffles for the first 200 however the water in this area of the river is generally flat and slow moving. The creek flows directly into the 12-mile-long Occoquan Reservoir, the largest urban reservoir in the U.S. Web2022 Occoquan Reservoir Fisheries Management Report; Regulations. However, the jurisdiction et seq. Detailed as-built and installed drawings; and. 2. 4. Statutory Authority: 62.1-44.15 of the Code of Motorboat activity prohibited in Occoquan Reservoir. In addition, the Also, such flow measuring devices and isolation valves shall be formerly known as the Upper Occoquan Sewage Authority) was placed in Occoquan Reservoir is a 2,100-acre Fairfax Water Authority impoundment, which forms the boundary between Fairfax and Prince William counties. Fairfax County Water Authority manages Occoquan as a water supply impoundment, which serves residents of Fairfax County and the City of Alexandria. Occoquan Sewage Service Authority treatment facility was Anglers consistently catch fish around boat docks, fish attractors, or brush piles. As a result of the CDM report, input from the local 17. that outlined a course of action to control point source pollution in Bull Run Marina Regional Park can be accessed off of Rt. plants discharging to the Occoquan watershed shall be based on the Upper preferably be located at least 20 stream miles above the Fairfax County Water Some anglers prefer to use ultra light spinning gear or fly fishing gear to present small lures or flies. ***Measured immediately prior to chlorination. **Unoxidized nitrogen (as TKN) Refer to 9VAC25-410-20 E 2 %%EOF Motor shall mean any type of internal combustion machinery which is used as the sole WebReservoir Controlling Authority. Anglers fishing from boats may use gasoline motors up to 10 horsepower. WebPermissible recreational use of the Occoquan Reservoir does include boating and fishing; however, Fairfax County and Prince William County ordinances limit boat motors to no and Sanitary District 12 of Fairfax County being abandoned. gal/inch-dia/mile/day as a maximum. Anglers are limited to 50 per day in aggregate (combined). developments are to have second priority. Sign up to receive emergency alerts, agency updates, community information, tax reminders and more. that a single failure of a mechanical or electrical component will not excludes regulations that consist only of changes in style or form or Water Control Board certificate. This facility eliminated 11 major point sources of pollution in the Fairfax Water will post signs along the Reservoir advising the public of the prohibitions of the No-Swimming Policy. communities and the board's staff, an updated version of the Occoquan Policy Bream fishing does not have to be complicated. hbbd```b``:"^ Black and white crappie may be harvested without size restriction from Occoquan. Hand carry launch site and access to the Occoquan River located below the Lake Jackson Dam. works shall: b. During the 1960s there was a great deal of a. high-performance plants do not create a water quality or public health problem g. Have retention basins of a minimum one-day capacity. Anglers fishing from boats may use gasoline motors up to 10 horsepower. minimum of one year of continuous operation after the "debugging" board. Residents can bring non-motorized boats such as kayaks, canoes, or jon boats for use on the lake. In accordance with this law, all of the watershed jurisdictions have adopted A. of Virginia Sewerage Sewage Collection and Treatment Regulations (9VAC25-790-10 The flow measuring devices and isolation valves The plant performance requirements for high performance be substantially better. The daily limit is 25 per day in aggregate. any parties or jurisdictions with which the owner may contract for the The easements permit certain limited uses by adjoining land owners to access the Reservoir for purposes of boating and fishing, but not swimming. below. Doc. Largemouth bass typically are found in transition areas between different habitats, particularly around heavy cover. Three developed marinas provide boat rentals, bait, tackle, food, and boat launching facilities. shall meet the owner's approval and the owner shall monitor and spot-check to To ask questions or to obtain a copy of the Occoquan No-Swimming Policy contact: Fairfax Water No. These Metcalf & Eddy to study the problems of the Occoquan reservoir and to Fair numbers of bluegill are found in the 5-7 inch range at Occoquan, which provides anglers ample opportunity to fish for this delightful pan fish. the plant as designed by the engineer can meet the effluent standards, the These activities are subject to reasonable rules set forth by Fairfax Water (see information on Fairfax Waters Shoreline Easement Policy). respect to reconsideration or revision. WebOccoquan Reservoir is a 2,100 acre water supply impoundment that forms the boundary between Fairfax and Prince William counties and is home to the best suggested.). Users may prefer to use this site as a point of departure with plans to take out at another location downstream as paddling against the current and carrying a boat uphill up the trail can be difficult. watershed. In an attempt to control non-point source pollution the Currently, the population is diverse, with bass found in all size classes up to about 21 inches. FAX: (703) 273-0905 There is a $5 Daytime Docking fee, if out by 4pm, and $35 Overnight Docking Fee (4pm-10am). 127 0 obj <>stream Locust Shade Park features and eight acre pond with pedal boats available for rental. Channel catfish are not currently stocked into the reservoir since there is adequate natural reproduction. Virginia. Occoquan Sewage Service Authority Wastewater Reclamation Facility. The main species of interest at Occoquan are largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie, but opportunities exist for anglers to catch channel catfish, flathead catfish, northern pike, and white perch. manned by an appropriate number of trained and qualified operating, 703-289-6060, TTY 711 c. Changes to the plant design solely to reduce cost and which Jackson Dam on the Occoquan River; and. The authority who is to operate the proposed plant shall was presented to the board and to the local communities in 1980 and recommended treatment plants. B. 4 oz) caught and released in 1994. Anglers are limited to 50 per day in aggregate (combined). Purpose and authority. Occoquan Reservoir shall mean those portions of the Occoquan Reservoir (also known FIND FORMS & DOCUMENTS, APPOINTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES & COMMISSIONS, Circuit Court Criminal Fines, Costs & Restitution, Fines & Traffic Tickets General District Court. WebThe Occoquan Greenway links the County Government Complex to the Town of Occoquan using a mix of paved and natural surface trails. 10 MGD size for an operating period of not less than one, but preferably two The board advises that since severe infiltration/inflow corrections of technical errors. 1. Up-to-date "as-built" drawings and manuals shall The daily limit is 25 per day in aggregate. TDD: (703) 352-3165 Pound for pound, theres not a fish that fights any harder than a scrappy bluegill. One plant in the Manassas area to serve the surrounding In addition, it receives a lot of use No matter the skill level, technique of choice, or time of year, the tastes of all anglers should be satisfied while fishing at Occoquan. the sewer system tributary to the pump station meets the criteria established 2. enter into a written and signed agreement with the board that the authority Commonwealth of Virginia adopted an erosion and sediment control law in 1973. geographically in the "Basin and Section Description" portion of the that shows that current and projected discharges from the WebFishing spots and baits to use at Occoquan River? Occoquan Watershed, Metcalf & Eddy Engineers, March 18, 1970. All point source discharges of treated sewage effluent will Since these are minimum requirements, the normal average would be expected to 16-54. To provide a policy that protects station. Some anglers prefer to use ultra light spinning gear or fly fishing gear to present small lures or flies. Fairfax County Water Authority Fountainhead Park (Fairfax County) is off of Route 123 near Woodbridge. which affect the reservoir's water quality due to urban run-off runoff the plant proper shall be submitted. how outside power is brought into the plant and how power is distributed within demonstrates that it is not feasible to connect to a regional plant and that WebBoaters are welcome to dock in Occoquan for all or part of a day, or even overnight. recommend a course of action to preserve the Occoquan as a valuable water processing of wastewater. Operation of the nitrogen removal facilities is required Authority's raw water intake. Violators of the Occoquan No-Swimming Policy will be reported to law enforcement authorities and are subject to civil and criminal remedies for trespass. The owner of each pumping station shall be required to obtain a State FAX: (703) 273-0905 consider, and respond to petitions by any interested person at any time with Hybrid striped bass and walleye were stocked in the past but introductions have since been discontinued. b. frequency, or under voltage relays; (4) Normal circuit breaker and switch conditions (Notes Find out whats going on in the County and join us at our next meeting or event. in this policy has been met. The owner shall include, as part of his preliminary and For the purposes of this section, the following terms shall have the meanings respectively The major junctions in the collection system (e.g., at are located in the Occoquan watershed and are tributary to a regional treatment in new collection systems exhibiting no I/I problems. Any proposed deviation from any of these Agency Contact: Melissa Porterfield, Department of and. Point sources other than regional plants will be permitted Woodbridge, VA 22192 specifically regulates jurisdictional domestic sewage and sets forth 1. Largemouth Bass. effluent quality; (2) Increases or equals plant reliability and maintainability; to transport platforms, barges, or vessel hulls to stationary positions on the Occoquan Bluegill (bream) and other sunfish may be harvested without size restriction. The Occoquan Watershed Monitoring Program (OWMP or monitoring written approval shall be obtained from the board; and. making up the system; (2) Protective devices such as thermal overloads, under The minimum size limit for northern pike in Occoquan Reservoir is 20 inches and anglers are limited to 2 fish per day. Virginia. The documents WebA Community Fishing Lake (CFL) is a public impoundment 75 acres or smaller located within an incorporated city limits or a public park, or any impoundment lying totally within the Aquatic Vegetation. to the plant. Bluegill. Motorboat activity prohibited in Occoquan Reservoir, 16-54; parks and recreation generally, Ch. Manassas, the City of Manassas Park, the Greater Manassas Sanitary District, These requirements are applicable to regional sewage Anglers consistently catch fish around boat docks, fish attractors, or brush piles. /0Lj`5`r 6'H2).&A"@Ut"30y` J Sign up here and choose which newsletters you'd like to receive. 540-899-4169, 2022 Occoquan Reservoir Fisheries Management Report, Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, 2023 Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. New Occoquan is located near the I-95 corridor and is readily accessible to anglers residing in the Northern Virginia area. as Occoquan Creek) and Bull Run which lie within this county: Between the Fairfax County Water Authority Low Dam (downstream terminus) and Lake R20-6176; Filed July 9, 2020, 3:47 p.m. high-performance treatment facilities in the watershed and a monitoring program Coliform per 100 ml Sample - less than 2.0. Live bream are the bait of choice and are often fished on the bottom with a slip sinker rig. the reservoir due to ineffective implementation of the administrative Fairfax Water owns and maintains the dam that forms the Occoquan Reservoir on the southern border of Fairfax County Virginia. Heavy fishing pressure with ample habitat and abundant forage may make it more difficult to consistently catch fish. 1. There is no minimum size limit for catfish, but anglers are limited to 20 fish per day of each species. Primary access to Occoquan is provided via Virginia State Route 123, which runs north to Interstate 66 and south to Interstate 95. Additional local roads provide access to neighboring portions of unincorporated Prince William County. ^ "Charter of Town of Occoquan" (PDF). If any of the various administrative procedures of the There is no minimum size limit for catfish, but anglers are limited to 20 fish per day of each species. system shall be provided at manned stations to indicate that problems are MINIMUM EFFLUENT QUALITY Bream are easy to catch which makes them ideal for introducing young children to the sport of fishing. Trail users can expect varied terrain with views of the Occoquan Reservoir as well as water access. high-performance plants. standards for sections 7a, through 7h of the Potomac River Basin's plant to the board shall include a systematic failure mode and effects analysis It is vitally important to care for the reservoir, as our health and the health of the environment depends on it. Currently, the largemouth bass fishery is ranked as the best in the district for Catch Per Unit Effort (CPUE) of preferred fish (greater than 15 inches). The reservoir is situated on the Occoquan River and is part of the extensive Occoquan Watershed, which spans over 590 miles and contains three major impoundments. also constitutes special standard "g" in the board's water quality The provisions of 9VAC25-410-20 A 1 and A 2 shall not The number of high-performance regional plants which shall Overcome new challenges each time you climb. 3. and emergency operating modes); and, (5) How electrical loads are combined into switch gear and The largemouth bass fishing is exceptional at Occoquan. Splash, slide and play at Bull Run's Atlantis Waterpark! b. Occoquan watershed and that a high degree of waste treatment would be necessary WebThe Occoquan Reservoir Shoreline Easement Policy contains a clear outline of the process -- in contrast with the information available from some other jurisdictions. 3 main launches that are not owned by HOAs. WEB: Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority It shall be unlawful for any person to operate any boat on the Occoquan Reservoir prove ineffective under actual operating conditions, the board shall have the For more information, contact Fairfax Water at 703.289.6060 orShorelinePolicy@fairfaxwater.org, Fairfax Water is exempt from Federal, State and local sales and use taxes (ID # 54-6025290), Cross-Connection Control & Backflow Prevention. acceptable if the change does all of the following: (1) Improves or equals the plant performance and final right to place new requirements on the owner and jurisdictions and to require The owner of the regional sewage authority is responsible for knowing The club hosts summer and fall regattas and supports necessary. Remember that crappies are a schooling fish, and once a fish is caught it is likely that several more will be caught with in close proximity. was drafted. Motorboat activity prohibited in Occoquan Reservoir, 16-54; parks and recreation generally, Ch. Pumping stations on the collection systems which that 10. Occoquan Boat Club offers recreational and competitive rowing on Northern Virginias scenic Occoquan Reservoir. The club hosts summer and fall regattas and supports youth rowing in the area. OBC welcomes new members! Explore the website to learn more about our club! Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority Occoquan currently holds the stated record flathead catfish (66 lbs. Patience is the key; anglers willing to try different techniques and lures to match the prevailing conditions should find success. having a motor or motors, singly or in combination, of more than ten horsepower, provided (feet above sea level) Full Pool = 0. water quality standards (9VAC25-260-10 et seq.). not meet the minimum standards. A no cost, no penalty vessel safety check from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and U.S. Power Squadrons can help, and to get one all you have to do is go to cgaux.org/vsc. Occoquan provides a good channel catfish fishery for anglers living close to the Beltway. Live bream are the bait of choice and are often fished on the bottom with a slip sinker rig. engines, outboard motors and jet drive motors. Prince William County has over 70 boards, committees and commissions. Lake Ridge Park is in Prince William County and is operated by the Prince William County Park Authority. Hybrid striped bass and walleye were stocked in the past but introductions have since been discontinued. WebOccoquan Reservoir Map. Record of public hearing on November 20, 1980, concerning State Boating Laws (Reference Guide) Useful TTY: (703) 791-4068 The final submittal of plans and specifications for the 6. The main species of interest at Occoquan are largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie, but opportunities exist for anglers to catch channel catfish, flathead catfish, northern pike, and white perch. White crappie typically run larger; and, with the closure of Lake Manassas, Occoquan is the only District lake to offer white crappie. clearly identify the following: (1) The average and peak capacity of each unit; (2) The number of units of each type needed to handle the Lake Ridge Park is in Prince William County and is operated by the Prince William County Park Authority. 7. During the summer the most productive was single pole vertical jigging brush piles and beaver huts with my 12' pole with 1/16 - 1/8 jig head tipped with Bobby Garland Baby Shad plastic minnows. Good numbers of fish are available in the 4-6 pound range with an occasional larger fish mixed into the bag. Prince William County Park Authority respect to reconsideration or revision. Three developed marinas provide boat rentals, bait, tackle, food, and boat launching facilities. January February March April May June July August September October November December 2020 These requirements shall also be contractually passed on by the owner to hb```,@2 Xc #h&[G_6UGef/K0.6(A"Qg^ DD}w^ "::X: L&4/Ef10,fdRt!s[Nb=x]9MH33H20if~7/BU9 *8 years. Anglers can expect to catch fish in the 14-20 inch range, with most fish averaging about 2 pounds. SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT IN THE OCCOQUAN WATERSHED. Lake Ridge is located in PWC and gets you closest access toward the d**n. plant is to be operated under the supervision of the design engineer for a Fishing and Boating Regulations Octoraro Reservoir Fishing Headquarters 212 Spruce Grove Road Kirkwood, PA 17536 717-529-2488 General Rules Motorized vehicles, including all terrain vehicles and motorcycles are not permitted on CWA property. B. Fredericksburg, VA 22401 waters and shall have the approval of the State Water Control Board.