Garnett Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Garnett Millpond Dam in King and Queen, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure located on Chapel Creek.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 133 acre-feet. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "not rated" and the hazard potential is labeled as "undetermined," the dam is inspected annually to ensure its safety and integrity.
Owned by an unspecified entity and falling under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Garnett Millpond Dam serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the area. Despite lacking certain details such as the year of completion and specific inspection dates, the dam's presence plays a significant role in the local ecosystem and provides opportunities for recreational activities. While emergency preparedness measures and risk assessments are not explicitly outlined, the dam's importance in water management and conservation efforts cannot be understated.
Overall, Garnett Millpond Dam serves as a key structure in the water infrastructure of King and Queen, Virginia, offering both recreational benefits and potential for further exploration and research in water resource management and climate resilience. As the dam continues to be monitored and maintained by state regulatory agencies, its significance in the local landscape remains a focal point for those interested in the intersection of water resources and environmental conservation.
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
Chapel Creek |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
133 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Garnett Millpond Dam