Mullins Dam

TRIB-POUND RIVER· Dickenson, Virginia· Earth· 51 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mullins Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 51 ft (taller than 93.6% in VA)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA051007

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 10, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Mary Mullins

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mullins Dam?

Mullins Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mullins Dam?

Mullins Dam is owned by Mary Mullins (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mullins Dam?

Mullins 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 Mullins Dam?

Mullins Dam has a dam height of 51 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 Mullins Dam last inspected?

Mullins Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2006. 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.