Market Center Pond 1 Dam

TR-Little Bun Run· Prince William, Virginia· Earth· 38 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Market Center Pond 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 84.6% in VA)
Dam Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Normal Storage2 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA153030

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 22, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Market Center Pond 1 Dam?

Market Center Pond 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Market Center Pond 1 Dam?

Market Center Pond 1 Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Market Center Pond 1 Dam?

Market Center Pond 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Market Center Pond 1 Dam?

Market Center Pond 1 Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Market Center Pond 1 Dam last inspected?

Market Center Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on October 22, 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.