Mountain View Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mountain View Lake Dam, located in Devotion, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Situated on Mill Creek-Tr, this dam has a hydraulic height of 25.5 feet and a structural height of 27 feet, with a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet. The dam's surface area covers 2.7 acres and it has a drainage area of 23 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam was last inspected in December 2014 and was found to be in satisfactory condition.

Although not state-regulated, Mountain View Lake Dam is inspected periodically to ensure its safety and functionality. Owned by a private entity, it stands as a significant structure within the Alleghany County of North Carolina. The dam's purpose for providing recreational opportunities to visitors underscores its importance in the local community. With a history dating back to an undisclosed completion year, this dam continues to play a vital role in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.

With Virginia Foxx (R) representing the area in Congress, Mountain View Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human-made structures and natural landscapes. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the impact of dams on local ecosystems, this earth dam serves as a focal point for understanding how infrastructure can both enhance and challenge environmental sustainability. As efforts continue to monitor and maintain this dam, its role in supporting recreational activities and water management in Alleghany County remains a key aspect of its overall significance.

Dam Length

200

River Or Stream

Mill Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.7

Hydraulic Height

25.5

Drainage Area

23

Nid Storage

29

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

27
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.