Warburton Pond Dam

trib. Gordon Creek· James City, Virginia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 9.7% in VA)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA095018

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: April 24, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Ross Thompson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Warburton Pond Dam?

Warburton Pond 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 Warburton Pond Dam?

Warburton Pond Dam is owned by Ross Thompson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Warburton Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Warburton Pond Dam?

Warburton Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Warburton Pond Dam last inspected?

Warburton Pond Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2017. 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.