Fluvanna County Dam #1 dam
Fluvanna County Dam #1
Fluvanna County Dam #1, located in the picturesque region of Fluvanna, Virginia, is a state-regulated dam with a height of 33.5 feet and a storage capacity of 167.9 acre-feet. Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this dam serves a critical role in water resource management in the area. The dam stands at the junction of beauty and functionality, offering a serene backdrop while ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding community.
With a normal storage capacity of 109.44 acre-feet and a surface area of 9.6 acres, Fluvanna County Dam #1 plays a vital role in flood control and water supply for the region. Although its hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, the dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. The dam's impact on the local ecosystem and its importance for sustainable water management make it a focal point for ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts.
As a federally-owned structure under the Baltimore District, Fluvanna County Dam #1 has a rich history of serving the community while also facing the challenges of climate change and evolving regulatory standards. Its strategic location and design underscore the importance of proactive management and close collaboration between state and federal agencies. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a symbol of resilience and innovation in the face of environmental uncertainties, highlighting the critical role of infrastructure in safeguarding our natural resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Fluvanna County Dam #1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rivanna River At Palmyra | 532 cfs | → |
| Hardware River Bl Briery Run Nr Scottsville | 31 cfs | → |
| James River At Scottsville | 2,100 cfs | → |
| N F Rivanna River Near Earlysville | 159 cfs | → |
| Slate River Near Arvonia | 66 cfs | → |
| Mechums River Near White Hall | 44 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fluvanna County Dam #1.
Boat launches
- South Boston Road 3315, Fluvanna County
- River Anne Palmyra
- Boat Landing Lane Buckingham County
- Columbia Road Columbia
- Howardsville Turnpike 11001, Albemarle County
- Nelson County
Campgrounds
- Girl Scout Camp
- Loft Mountain - Shenandoah National Park
- Loft Mountain Campground
- Christopher Run Campground
- Westview On The James
- Dundo
Track Fluvanna County Dam #1 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Fluvanna County Dam #1
Where does the data for Fluvanna County Dam #1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Fluvanna County Dam #1.