Sydnors Millpond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Sydnors Millpond Dam, located in Northumberland, Virginia, along Hull Creek, is a recreational dam with a height of 11 feet.


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Summary

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 213 acre-feet. Despite its undetermined hazard potential and lack of a condition rating, the dam is regularly inspected, ensuring its safety for the public.

The dam, constructed by unknown designers, serves as a popular spot for recreational activities in the area. With a primary purpose of recreation, Sydnors Millpond Dam offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape. Although details about the dam's construction year and modifications are not available, its presence contributes to the local ecosystem and provides valuable water storage capacity.

With State regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, Sydnors Millpond Dam operates in compliance with safety standards. While there is limited information on emergency preparedness and risk management measures, the dam continues to be a vital resource for the community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the area, they can appreciate the importance of responsible dam management for both recreation and environmental preservation.

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

Hull Creek

Hydraulic Height

11

Nid Storage

213

Structural Height

11

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

11
       
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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. 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

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, 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.