Wood Duck Pond Dam

Fox Mill Run· Gloucester, Virginia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wood Duck Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 8.1% in VA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA073010

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Reed, Charlie and Barbara

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wood Duck Pond Dam?

Wood Duck Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wood Duck Pond Dam?

Wood Duck Pond Dam is owned by Reed, Charlie and Barbara (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wood Duck Pond Dam?

Wood Duck 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 Wood Duck Pond Dam?

Wood Duck Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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.

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.