Kimco Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Kimco Dam, located in Albemarle, Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 22 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres. The dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Although the hazard potential of Kimco Dam is currently listed as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, regular inspections are conducted with a frequency of once per year. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status, risk assessment, and inundation maps are not yet prepared or updated. However, the dam meets state jurisdiction and regulatory requirements, indicating a commitment to maintaining its safety and integrity for both recreational and environmental purposes. Despite lacking certain risk management measures and assessments, Kimco Dam remains an important feature in the local water resource infrastructure and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts in the area.
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
trib. No. Fork Cunningham Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hardware River Bl Briery Run Nr Scottsville
|
124cfs |
Rivanna River At Palmyra
|
520cfs |
James River At Scottsville
|
3600cfs |
Slate River Near Arvonia
|
78cfs |
Mechums River Near White Hall
|
145cfs |
N F Rivanna River Near Earlysville
|
123cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Kimco Dam