Barringer Pond Dam

Runoff and spring fed.· Pittsylvania, Virginia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Barringer Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA143063

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

Douglas W Barringer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Barringer Pond Dam?

Barringer Pond 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 Barringer Pond Dam?

Barringer Pond Dam is owned by Douglas W Barringer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Barringer Pond Dam?

Barringer Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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.