Upper Swm Pond @ Mountain Run

Neds Creek· Hanover, Virginia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

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 Length640 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage169 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA085046

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: Yes
Last Inspection: June 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

J3G Partners, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.