Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw

trib. Oliver Creek· Fluvanna, Virginia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA065026

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: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

VA Department of Corrections

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw?

Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw 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 Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw?

Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw is owned by VA Department of Corrections (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw?

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

How tall is Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw?

Lower Dam At Fluvanna Ccw has a dam height of 23 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.

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.