C&S Upper Pond Dam

Buckingham, Virginia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

C&S Upper Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage46 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge374 cfs
NID IDVA029075

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
Last Inspection: January 17, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

C&S Retreats LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of C&S Upper Pond Dam?

C&S Upper Pond 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 C&S Upper Pond Dam?

C&S Upper Pond Dam is owned by C&S Retreats LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of C&S Upper Pond Dam?

C&S Upper 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 C&S Upper Pond Dam?

C&S Upper Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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&S Upper Pond Dam last inspected?

C&S Upper Pond Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2019. 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.