Hillcrest Dam

trib. Moores Creek· Albemarle, Virginia· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hillcrest Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 87.7% in VA)
Dam Length430 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage287 acre-ft
Normal Storage213 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA003199

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 17, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Albemarle County;Albemarle County Local Government

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hillcrest Dam?

Hillcrest Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hillcrest Dam?

Hillcrest Dam is owned by Albemarle County;Albemarle County Local Government (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hillcrest Dam?

Hillcrest Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hillcrest Dam?

Hillcrest Dam has a dam height of 41 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Hillcrest Dam last inspected?

Hillcrest Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.