Dam Neck Annex
Naval support installation in southern Virginia Beach hosting NSWC Dam Neck, Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU / SEAL Team Six), and several training commands. Sister installation to NAS Oceana with shared services. Beachfront restricted facility on the Atlantic.
Branch
Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
BAH MHA
IZ325 (Norfolk)
Same as NSN, Oceana, JBLE
Best for
Naval Special Warfare operators and support, training command staff, NSWC engineers
Best Neighborhoods for Dam Neck Families
Sandbridge (oceanfront, flood-zone caveats), Red Mill, Strawbridge, Salem, Ocean Lakes — all southern VB.
BAH at Dam Neck
Dam Neck falls inside the Norfolk Military Housing Area (MHA IZ325). BAH is identical to all other Hampton Roads installations including Naval Station Norfolk, NAS Oceana, JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis.
Source: DTMO BAH Calculator.
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Sources: CNIC — Dam Neck Annex; DTMO BAH; REIN MLS.
Frequently asked questions about Dam Neck Annex
Where is Dam Neck Annex located?↓
Dam Neck Annex is on the Atlantic coast in southern Virginia Beach, between NAS Oceana and Sandbridge Beach. It is a satellite installation administratively tied to NAS Oceana but operates as a distinct training command campus.
What is Dam Neck's primary mission?↓
Dam Neck hosts multiple training and operational commands including the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dam Neck Annex, the Center for Surface Combat Systems, and Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU). It's a major surface-warfare training and special-operations base.
What BAH applies?↓
Dam Neck falls within the Norfolk Military Housing Area (MHA Code IZ325) — same BAH rates as NSN, Oceana, and other Hampton Roads installations. See the DTMO BAH Calculator for your specific paygrade.
Which Virginia Beach neighborhoods are closest to Dam Neck?↓
Sandbridge Beach (oceanfront, longer commute to other bases), Red Mill, Princess Anne, and the Pungo area are all within a short drive. For higher-rated schools, Kempsville and Great Neck are 15–20 minutes away with better elementary and middle-school options.
Are there housing considerations specific to Dam Neck staff?↓
Many Dam Neck commands run a high operational tempo that benefits from a short, predictable commute. Sandbridge, Red Mill, and Pungo offer that proximity. Families who prioritize top-rated schools often choose Great Neck or Kempsville and accept the 15–20 minute drive.
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