Snyder Dam

SELBY MILL BRANCH· Accomack, Virginia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Snyder Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 6% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage219 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA001005

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
Last Inspection: July 11, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Anna Mirra;Donald J Snyder;The C D Fleming Jr Charitable Trust Foundation Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Snyder Dam?

Snyder 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 Snyder Dam?

Snyder Dam is owned by Anna Mirra;Donald J Snyder;The C D Fleming Jr Charitable Trust Foundation Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Snyder Dam?

Snyder Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Snyder Dam?

Snyder Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Snyder Dam last inspected?

Snyder Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2022. 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.