North Fork Park Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Chris Greene Dam Juiaf
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
North Fork Park Pond Dam, also known as Uva Research Park, is a privately owned structure located in Albemarle, Virginia, along the Flat Branch river.
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Summary
This dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction measure, with a primary purpose of mitigating the potential impact of flooding in the area. Standing at a height of 32.5 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 120.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.16 acres, making it a significant contributor to water resource management in the region.
Managed and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, North Fork Park Pond Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and hazard potential are maintained at a fair level. The last inspection conducted in March 2019 revealed a high hazard potential due to its location and size. Despite this, the dam is considered to be in fair condition, with a scheduled inspection frequency of once a year. In the event of an emergency, the dam does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, highlighting the importance of preparedness and risk management in water resource infrastructure.
With its earth dam type and long history of flood risk reduction, North Fork Park Pond Dam stands as a vital component of water resource management in Virginia. As climate change continues to impact the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, structures like this dam play a crucial role in protecting communities and ecosystems from the dangers of flooding. Ongoing monitoring and maintenance will be essential to ensure the continued effectiveness and safety of this important water resource infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam Length |
343 |
Dam Height |
32.5 |
River Or Stream |
Flat Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.16 |
Hydraulic Height |
32.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.66 |
Nid Storage |
120.1 |
Structural Height |
32.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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.
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