Lake Reynovia Dam

BUSCUIT RUN· Albemarle, Virginia· Earth· 29 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Reynovia Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 64.7% in VA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA003175

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 17, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Lake Reynovia Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Reynovia Dam?

Lake Reynovia Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Reynovia Dam?

Lake Reynovia Dam is owned by Lake Reynovia Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Reynovia Dam?

Lake Reynovia 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 Reynovia Dam?

Lake Reynovia Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Reynovia Dam last inspected?

Lake Reynovia Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2013. 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.