Old Trail Dam #1

trib. Slabtown Branch· Albemarle, Virginia· 29 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Old Trail Dam #1 is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 64.7% in VA)
Max Storage119 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA003070

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

March Mountain Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Trail Dam #1?

Old Trail Dam #1 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 Old Trail Dam #1?

Old Trail Dam #1 is owned by March Mountain Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Old Trail Dam #1?

Old Trail Dam #1 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.

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.