Mt. Amos Dam

trib. Morman's River· Albemarle, Virginia· 25 ft tall
Unknown Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mt. Amos Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA)
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA003060

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
Last Inspection: April 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

US Bank (Trustee)

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mt. Amos Dam?

Mt. Amos 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 Mt. Amos Dam?

Mt. Amos Dam is owned by US Bank (Trustee) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Mt. Amos Dam?

Mt. Amos Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Mt. Amos Dam last inspected?

Mt. Amos Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2022. 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.