Totier Creek Dam

TOTIER CREEK· Albemarle, Virginia· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Totier Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 80% in VA)
Dam Length277 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage875 acre-ft
Normal Storage561 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres
Drainage Area30 sq mi
NID IDVA003127

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: May 12, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Totier Creek Dam?

Totier Creek 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 Totier Creek Dam?

Totier Creek Dam is owned by Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Totier Creek Dam?

Totier Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Totier Creek Dam?

Totier Creek Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Totier Creek Dam last inspected?

Totier Creek Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2021. 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.