Hilliards Mill Pond Dam

NICKLEBERRY SWAMP· Middlesex, Virginia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hilliards Mill Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage558 acre-ft
Normal Storage280 acre-ft
Surface Area60 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
NID IDVA119008

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 10, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Hilliard's Mill Pond Dam Owners Assn. Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hilliards Mill Pond Dam?

Hilliards Mill 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 Hilliards Mill Pond Dam?

Hilliards Mill Pond Dam is owned by Hilliard's Mill Pond Dam Owners Assn. Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hilliards Mill Pond Dam?

Hilliards Mill 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 Hilliards Mill Pond Dam?

Hilliards Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Hilliards Mill Pond Dam last inspected?

Hilliards Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on November 10, 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.