Massie Farm Pond

James City, Virginia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Massie Farm Pond is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.7% in VA)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage171 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA095026

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: July 2, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Colonial Heritage Homeowners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Massie Farm Pond?

Massie Farm Pond 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 Massie Farm Pond?

Massie Farm Pond is owned by Colonial Heritage Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Massie Farm Pond?

Massie Farm Pond 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 Massie Farm Pond?

Massie Farm Pond has a dam height of 30 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 Massie Farm Pond last inspected?

Massie Farm Pond was last inspected on July 2, 2019. 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.