Conner Dam

HUNTING CREEK· Halifax, Virginia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.7% in VA)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage860 acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
NID IDVA083002

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: Yes
Last Inspection: February 15, 2022
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 Conner Dam?

Conner 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 Conner Dam?

Conner 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 Conner Dam?

Conner 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 Conner Dam?

Conner Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Conner Dam last inspected?

Conner Dam was last inspected on February 15, 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.