Corbin Mill Dam

TASTINE SWAMP/Corbin Mill Creek· King and Queen, Virginia· Earth· 13 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Corbin Mill Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. 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 13 ft (taller than 8.1% in VA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage327 acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area70 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
NID IDVA097005

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: March 29, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Corbin Club Inc.

Private

Nearby Dams

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Olssons Dam

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Chelsea Dam

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Gressitt Dam

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Davis Pond North Dam

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Taylors Dam

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King and Queen County Dam #6

King and Queen, VA

Unknown 14 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Corbin Mill Dam?

Corbin Mill 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 Corbin Mill Dam?

Corbin Mill Dam is owned by Corbin Club Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Corbin Mill Dam?

Corbin Mill 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 Corbin Mill Dam?

Corbin Mill Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Corbin Mill Dam last inspected?

Corbin Mill Dam was last inspected on March 29, 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.