Heart Pond Dam

TR-ROANOKE RIVER· Halifax, Virginia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Heart Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.5% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
NID IDVA083010

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: March 30, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Old Dominion Electric Cooperative;Virginia Electric and Power Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heart Pond Dam?

Heart Pond Dam 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 Heart Pond Dam?

Heart Pond Dam is owned by Old Dominion Electric Cooperative;Virginia Electric and Power Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Heart Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Heart Pond Dam?

Heart Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Heart Pond Dam last inspected?

Heart Pond Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2022. 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.