Fluvanna County Dam #3 dam
Fluvanna County Dam #3
Fluvanna County Dam #3, located in Virginia, is a state-regulated structure with a height of 20 feet and a length of 425 feet. It serves as a crucial water resource in the area, providing a storage capacity of 80.24 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 53.8 acre-feet. The dam's surface area covers 8.4 acres, contributing to the preservation and management of water in the region.
Although the hazard potential and condition assessment of Fluvanna County Dam #3 are currently undetermined and not rated, the structure is subject to regular inspections by the state regulatory agency. With a designated inspection frequency of one, the dam's safety and integrity are closely monitored to ensure its continued effectiveness in water resource management. While details about its construction year and specific purposes are not listed, the dam plays a vital role in maintaining water levels and supporting the surrounding ecosystem.
Fluvanna County Dam #3, under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation, stands as a key component in the water infrastructure of the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of this structure in managing water storage and flow is essential for appreciating its role in maintaining a sustainable environment for both human communities and wildlife in Fluvanna County, Virginia.
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 #3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware River Bl Briery Run Nr Scottsville | 31 cfs | → |
| Rivanna River At Palmyra | 532 cfs | → |
| James River At Scottsville | 2,100 cfs | → |
| Slate River Near Arvonia | 66 cfs | → |
| Mechums River Near White Hall | 44 cfs | → |
| N F Rivanna River Near Earlysville | 159 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fluvanna County Dam #3.
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
- Bear Creek Lake State Park
- Girl Scout Camp
- Westview On The James
- James River State Park
- Loft Mountain - Shenandoah National Park
- Loft Mountain Campground
Track Fluvanna County Dam #3 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 #3
Where does the data for Fluvanna County Dam #3 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 #3.