Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run
Key Takeaway
Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA085046 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
J3G Partners, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run?
Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run 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 Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run?
Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run is owned by J3G Partners, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run?
Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run?
Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run has a dam height of 25 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 Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run last inspected?
Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run was last inspected on June 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.