Hurts Dam

RIVANNA RIVER· Albemarle, Virginia· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hurts Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 87.7% in VA)
Dam Length204 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage303 acre-ft
Normal Storage294 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA003151

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: January 14, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Charles W. Hurt

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hurts Dam?

Hurts 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 Hurts Dam?

Hurts Dam is owned by Charles W. Hurt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hurts Dam?

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

How tall is Hurts Dam?

Hurts 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 Hurts Dam last inspected?

Hurts Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2020. 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.