Lake Monticello Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Monticello Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 85 ft (taller than 97.9% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 351 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA065001 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Monticello Owners' Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Monticello Dam?
Lake Monticello Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Monticello Dam?
Lake Monticello Dam is owned by Lake Monticello Owners' Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Monticello Dam?
Lake Monticello 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 Lake Monticello Dam?
Lake Monticello Dam has a dam height of 85 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 Lake Monticello Dam last inspected?
Lake Monticello Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.