Moyer Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Moyer Pond Dam, also known as Kelona Dam, is a private dam located in Powhatan, Virginia, with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam, made of earth, stands at a height of 30.4 feet and has a length of 530 feet, creating a storage capacity of 258 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of Mohawk Creek, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.

The condition of Moyer Pond Dam is currently not rated, with the last inspection taking place in November 1995. Despite an undetermined hazard potential, the dam has not been assessed for risk management measures. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in February 2002, indicating a need for updated emergency preparedness guidelines and communication strategies in case of a potential breach or disaster.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Moyer Pond Dam presents an interesting case study in private dam ownership and regulation. The dam provides recreational opportunities while also raising questions about its safety, maintenance, and emergency response readiness. As the dam continues to be monitored by state agencies, there is potential for further research and analysis on the environmental impact and resilience of such structures in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

30.4

River Or Stream

Trib. MOHAWK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Hydraulic Height

30.4

Drainage Area

3.2

Nid Storage

258

Structural Height

30.4

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

30
       
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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.