Bowies Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Reynolds Run Lonesome Gulch Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bowies Pond, located in Milford, Virginia, is a federal-owned recreational water resource managed by the US Army.
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Summary
Built in 1940, this Earth dam structure stands at 14 feet high and spans 700 feet across Campbell Creek, with a storage capacity of 449-acre feet. The pond serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, fish and wildlife habitat, and recreation.
Despite having a low hazard potential, Bowies Pond is classified as having a very high risk due to its location and age. The dam's spillway is controlled with a width of 30 feet, and the outlet gates feature a slide (sluice gate) design. Although last inspected in 2018 with a frequency of 4 years, the condition assessment and risk management measures are currently unavailable. While the pond provides a scenic and recreational space for visitors, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure its safety and longevity as a vital water resource in the region.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
Campbell Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
449 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Bowies Pond