Western Pond

trib. to Longhill Swamp Creek· James City, Virginia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Western Pond is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA095028

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: December 23, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

James City County;James City County

Local Government

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Ford Colony Dam #2

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Cranston Mill Pond Dam

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Rennicks Pond Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Western Pond?

Western Pond 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 Western Pond?

Western Pond is owned by James City County;James City County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Western Pond?

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

How tall is Western Pond?

Western Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Western Pond last inspected?

Western Pond was last inspected on December 23, 2021. 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.