New Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Shop Pond Dam Deer Wood Springs Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Pittsylvania, Virginia, the New Pond Dam is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at 26 feet high and stretching 335 feet in length, this dam has a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1.9 acres. Fed by springs and runoff, the dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia and is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Although the hazard potential of the New Pond Dam is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, its emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures remain unreported. With no associated structures and no federal agency involvement in ownership, funding, design, construction, or regulation, the dam's management falls solely under private ownership. The dam's last inspection date, assessment, and emergency preparedness details are also missing, indicating a potential need for further evaluation and documentation to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Overall, the New Pond Dam serves as an essential irrigation resource in the region, highlighting the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and private ownership in maintaining critical infrastructure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to advocate for sustainable practices and infrastructure maintenance, the New Pond Dam stands as a focal point for ongoing monitoring, assessment, and potential improvement to ensure its continued functionality and safety in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Length |
335 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
spring and runoff fed |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
29 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sandy River Near Danville
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38cfs |
Dan River At Stp Near Danville
|
979cfs |
Dan River At Paces
|
1160cfs |
Pigg River Near Sandy Level
|
112cfs |
Hyco Creek Near Leasburg
|
5cfs |
Hyco R Bl Abay D Nr Mcgehees Mill
|
1cfs |
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.
New Pond Dam