Chris Greene Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chris Greene Dam, located in Albemarle, Virginia, along Jacobs Run, is a local government-owned structure primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a height of 65 feet and spans 400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 2124 acre-feet. Its normal storage level is 828 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 51.8 acres and draining an area of 5.75 square miles.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the dam is regulated by the state of Virginia, which conducts regular inspections to ensure its safety. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2020 rated it as satisfactory. Emergency action plans have been prepared, although last revised in 2007, to guide responses in case of any unforeseen events.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the critical role that Chris Greene Dam plays in providing recreational opportunities while also being a vital component of water management in the area. With its regulated state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures in place, the dam serves as a testament to responsible stewardship of water resources in Virginia.

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

65

River Or Stream

JACOBS RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

51.8

Hydraulic Height

65

Drainage Area

5.75

Nid Storage

2124

Structural Height

65

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

65
       
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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.