Indian Ridge Pond Dam

TR-POUND RIVER· Wise, Virginia· Concrete· 18 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Indian Ridge Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA)
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA195019

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Ison Emma Lucille Revocable Living Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Indian Ridge Pond Dam?

Indian Ridge 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 Indian Ridge Pond Dam?

Indian Ridge Pond Dam is owned by Ison Emma Lucille Revocable Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Indian Ridge Pond Dam?

Indian Ridge 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 Indian Ridge Pond Dam?

Indian Ridge Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

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.