Camp Faith Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Camp Faith Lake Dam, located in Albemarle, Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Sitting on a tributary of the South Fork of Rivanna River, this dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 250 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet, it provides a serene backdrop for outdoor activities in the region.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, this dam is state regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. While the hazard potential is currently marked as 'Undetermined' and the condition assessment is 'Not Rated', emergency action plans have been in place since 1988 to mitigate risks and ensure public safety in case of emergencies.

Although the dam's risk assessment, inundation maps, and detailed risk management measures are yet to be fully specified, its picturesque location and recreational purpose make it a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of Virginia's landscape.

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

trib. South Fork of Rivanna R.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

81

Structural Height

24

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

24
       
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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.