Drummonds Millpond Dam dam
Drummonds Millpond Dam
Drummonds Millpond Dam in Accomack, Virginia is a state-regulated structure with a primary purpose of recreation. This earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet. While the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are currently undetermined and not rated, the state agency responsible for its regulation, the Department of Conservation and Recreation, conducts regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Located in the Norfolk District, Drummonds Millpond Dam is a significant water resource for the local community. With a latitude of 37.7684 and a longitude of -75.6888, this dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. While the dam's specific construction date and details are not available, its existence is a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is fascinating to explore the role of Drummonds Millpond Dam in the broader context of environmental stewardship and sustainability. By understanding the regulatory oversight, purpose, and design specifications of this dam, we can gain valuable insights into the intersection of water management, recreation, and infrastructure development in Virginia. As we continue to address the challenges of climate change and water resource management, structures like Drummonds Millpond Dam serve as essential components of our collective efforts to safeguard our natural resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Drummonds Millpond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Manokin Branch Near Princess Anne | 1 cfs | → |
| Nassawango Creek Near Snow Hill | 4 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek Near Salisbury | 17 cfs | → |
| Pocomoke River Near Willards | 13 cfs | → |
| Birch Branch At Showell | 1 cfs | → |
| Chicamacomico River Near Salem | 7 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Drummonds Millpond Dam.
Boat launches
- Marsh Market Road 10000, Accomack County
- Wachapreague Town Marina
- Bell Road 5098, Accomack County
- Cedar Hall Wharf Road Worcester County
- Morley's Wharf Boat Ramp
- Coventry Parish Road 5741, Somerset County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Drummonds Millpond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Drummonds Millpond Dam
Where does the data for Drummonds Millpond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Drummonds Millpond Dam.