Clydes Pond Dam

Unnamed tributary to Allen Creek - VAHU6 RL11 Allen Creek - Cox Creek· Mecklenburg, Virginia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Clydes Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in VA)
Dam Length1,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA117021

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 17, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clydes Pond Dam?

Clydes Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Clydes Pond Dam?

Clydes Pond Dam is owned by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clydes Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Clydes Pond Dam?

Clydes Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Clydes Pond Dam last inspected?

Clydes Pond Dam was last inspected on March 17, 2021. 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.