North Fork of Pound Dam
Key Takeaway
North Fork of Pound Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 11.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 154 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 43,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | VA195001 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Huntington District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Fork of Pound Dam?
North Fork of Pound Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates North Fork of Pound Dam?
North Fork of Pound Dam is owned by USACE - Huntington District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Fork of Pound Dam built?
North Fork of Pound Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of North Fork of Pound Dam?
North Fork of Pound Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was North Fork of Pound Dam last inspected?
North Fork of Pound Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.