Eastern Pond Dam (Pc 106)

W.Br., Longhill Swamp Creek· James City, Virginia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Local Government

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 Length422 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA095029

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 15, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

James City County;James City County

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.