Gardy Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hogans Mill Dam Hale Dam
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Gardy Millpond Dam, located in Westmoreland, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet with a length of 500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet and a surface area of 75 acres. While the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is currently rated as poor as of the last inspection in March 2020.
Despite its poor condition, Gardy Millpond Dam continues to serve as a recreational hub for water enthusiasts in the area. Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, the dam's maintenance and inspection are regularly conducted to ensure public safety and compliance with state regulations. With a designated emergency action plan and low hazard potential, the dam remains a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure.
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
10 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
75 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
800 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
St Marys River At Great Mills
|
29cfs |
Piscataway Creek Near Tappahannock
|
27cfs |
St Clement Creek Near Clements
|
15cfs |
Dragon Swamp At Mascot
|
125cfs |
Mattaponi River Near Beulahville
|
231cfs |
Zekiah Swamp Run Near Newtown
|
126cfs |
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.
Gardy Millpond Dam