Beaver Creek Dam #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Beaver Creek Dam #1, also known as the Charles Mercer Garnett Sr.


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Summary

Dam, is a key structure in Albemarle, Virginia, designed for flood risk reduction along Beaver Creek. Owned by a public utility, this earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet with a length of 504 feet, providing a substantial storage capacity of 3,548 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, yet it also serves for recreation and water supply, showcasing its multi-functional role in the region.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Beaver Creek Dam #1 has a high hazard potential but is currently rated as satisfactory in condition. Last inspected in July 2020, this critical infrastructure undergoes regular assessments to ensure its safety and functionality. With a drainage area of 9.55 square miles and a surface area of 104 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks, further emphasizing its importance in the local ecosystem and community.

Located at the coordinates 38.071 latitude and -78.6516 longitude, Beaver Creek Dam #1 stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Virginia. With state regulation and oversight, including permitting, inspection, and enforcement, this dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between government agencies and the public to safeguard against potential disasters and ensure sustainable water management practices for future generations.

Dam Length

504

Dam Height

60

River Or Stream

BEAVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

104

Hydraulic Height

60

Drainage Area

9.55

Nid Storage

3548

Structural Height

60

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

60
       
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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.