Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond
Key Takeaway
Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.7% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| NID ID | VA003240 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond?
Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond 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 Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond?
Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond is owned by Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond?
Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond?
Ivy Muc Irrigation Pond has a dam height of 30 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.