Sunfish Pond Dam

trib. Sallie Creek· Powhatan, Virginia· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Sunfish Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA145029

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: March 12, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sunfish Pond Dam?

Sunfish Pond 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 Sunfish Pond Dam?

Sunfish Pond Dam is owned by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sunfish Pond Dam?

Sunfish Pond Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Sunfish Pond Dam?

Sunfish Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Sunfish Pond Dam last inspected?

Sunfish Pond Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2020. 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.