Dardens Dam

Southampton County, Virginia (near Newsoms)

River/Stream: Mill Swamp - VAHU6 CU47 Mill Swamp - Darden Pond

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
10 ft
Dam Length
1,500 ft
Reservoir Storage
800 acre-ft
Year Completed
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge

Condition Assessment

Not RatedLast inspected: 2020-02-14

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.