Jones Dam

Rattlesnake Creek - VAHU6 RU66 Falling River - Mulberry Creek· Campbell, Virginia· Earth· 31 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Jones Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 71.8% in VA)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage355 acre-ft
Normal Storage182 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,268 cfs
NID IDVA031009

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: June 22, 1992
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Fred H. Jones Properties, L.L.C.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jones Dam?

Jones 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 Jones Dam?

Jones Dam is owned by Fred H. Jones Properties, L.L.C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jones Dam?

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

How tall is Jones Dam?

Jones Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Jones Dam last inspected?

Jones Dam was last inspected on June 22, 1992. 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.