C - Pond Dam

Blackwater River offline - VAHU6 CU70 Blackwater River - Union Camp Holding Pond· Suffolk, Virginia· Earth· 52 ft tall

High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

C - Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other. 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	52 ft (taller than 93.9% in VA)
Dam Length	34,820 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	29.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage	23.4K acre-ft

Surface Area	1,601 acres
Drainage Area	3 sq mi
NID ID	VA800017

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: February 11, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

International Paper - Franklin Mill

Private

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B - 2 Pond Dam

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B - 1 Pond Dam

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Cypress Cove Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of C - Pond Dam?

C - Pond 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 C - Pond Dam?

C - Pond Dam is owned by International Paper - Franklin Mill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of C - Pond Dam?

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

How tall is C - Pond Dam?

C - Pond Dam has a dam height of 52 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 C - Pond Dam last inspected?

C - Pond Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2022. 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.