Pvcc Dam

trib. MOORES CREEK· Albemarle, Virginia· Earth· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Pvcc Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 85.8% in VA)
Dam Length230 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage173 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA003200

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Piedmont Virginia Community College

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pvcc Dam?

Pvcc Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Pvcc Dam?

Pvcc Dam is owned by Piedmont Virginia Community College (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pvcc Dam?

Pvcc 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 Pvcc Dam?

Pvcc Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Pvcc Dam last inspected?

Pvcc Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2019. 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.