Courtney Millpond Dam

Mill Creek· Northumberland, Virginia· Earth· 8 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Courtney Millpond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
NID IDVA133005

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

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Courtney Millpond Dam?

Courtney Millpond 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 Courtney Millpond Dam?

Courtney Millpond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Courtney Millpond Dam?

Courtney Millpond 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 Courtney Millpond Dam?

Courtney Millpond Dam has a dam height of 8 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.