Carmon Bennett Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cobbs Dam Belcher Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Carmon Bennett Dam, located in Franklin, Virginia, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 31.75 feet, this earth dam boasts a storage capacity of 74.42 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1.53 acres. The dam, with a length of 284 feet, sits within the Wilmington District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.
While the hazard potential and condition assessment of Carmon Bennett Dam are currently marked as "Undetermined" and "Not Rated" respectively, the dam undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of 1. Despite lacking certain details such as the year of completion and specific spillway information, the dam remains a crucial recreational resource in the area. The dam's location in the picturesque surroundings of Franklin, Virginia, offers visitors a tranquil escape for various outdoor activities.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Carmon Bennett Dam serves as a fascinating case study in the intersection of private ownership, state regulation, and the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both recreational and safety purposes. With its impressive storage capacity and structural design, the dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to manage water resources effectively while providing a space for outdoor enjoyment in the community.
Dam Length |
284 |
Dam Height |
31.75 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.53 |
Hydraulic Height |
31.75 |
Nid Storage |
74.42 |
Structural Height |
31.75 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Blackwater River Near Rocky Mount
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56cfs |
Smith River At Bassett
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101cfs |
Smith River Near Philpott
|
76cfs |
Pigg River Near Sandy Level
|
112cfs |
Smith River At Martinsville
|
149cfs |
Sandy River Near Danville
|
41cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Carmon Bennett Dam