Pond #5 Dam

Hanover, Virginia· Earth· 28 ft tall
Unknown Other Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Pond #5 Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA)
Dam Length3,696 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Surface Area238 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA085097

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: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Energy

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pond #5 Dam?

Pond #5 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 Pond #5 Dam?

Pond #5 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 Pond #5 Dam?

Pond #5 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pond #5 Dam?

Pond #5 Dam has a dam height of 28 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.

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.