Coleman Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Coleman Pond Dam, located in Caroline, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure that serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the White Run river.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 36 acre-feet. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently listed as undetermined, it is inspected annually to ensure its structural integrity.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Coleman Pond Dam also provides recreational opportunities in addition to flood protection. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but regular inspections are conducted to assess its safety and maintenance needs. Although the year of completion and specific details on the dam's construction are not provided, its presence plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
As a significant infrastructure within the Baltimore District, Coleman Pond Dam remains an essential component of water resource management in the area. While details such as spillway type and width are not specified, the dam's strategic location and purpose highlight its importance in safeguarding communities from potential flooding events. With ongoing inspections and state oversight, Coleman Pond Dam stands as a vital structure in balancing flood risk reduction and recreational opportunities along the White Run river in Virginia.
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
WHITE RUN |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Coleman Pond Dam