Cypress Cove Dam

NOTTOWAY SWAMP· Southampton, Virginia· Earth· 9 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Cypress Cove Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 1.3% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage446 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Drainage Area1,604 sq mi
NID IDVA175011

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: April 18, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Abbitt Farm Llc;Cypress Cove Country Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cypress Cove Dam?

Cypress Cove 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 Cypress Cove Dam?

Cypress Cove Dam is owned by Abbitt Farm Llc;Cypress Cove Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cypress Cove Dam?

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

How tall is Cypress Cove Dam?

Cypress Cove Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Cypress Cove Dam last inspected?

Cypress Cove Dam was last inspected on April 18, 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.