Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106)
Key Takeaway
Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106) is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 422 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA095029 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
James City County;James City County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106)?
Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106) 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 Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106)?
Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106) is owned by James City County;James City County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106)?
Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106) serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106)?
Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106) has a dam height of 20 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 Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106) last inspected?
Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106) was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.