Rivanna Woods Dam
Key Takeaway
Rivanna Woods Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA065022 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Rivanna Woods Property Owner's Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rivanna Woods Dam?
Rivanna Woods 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 Rivanna Woods Dam?
Rivanna Woods Dam is owned by Rivanna Woods Property Owner's Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Rivanna Woods Dam?
Rivanna Woods 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 Rivanna Woods Dam?
Rivanna Woods Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Rivanna Woods Dam last inspected?
Rivanna Woods Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.