Ivy Farm Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Ivy Farm Dam, located in Albemarle, Virginia, is a private-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 27 feet with a length of 575 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 45.14 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3 acres. While its hazard potential is currently undetermined, the dam is classified as being in fair condition as of its last assessment in March 2020.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Ivy Farm Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities. Despite the lack of specific information on its construction year and any modifications over the years, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities in the area. With its proximity to the Baltimore District, the dam is a prominent feature in the local water resource and climate enthusiast community.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the impact of dams on the environment, Ivy Farm Dam stands as a noteworthy structure in Virginia. With its fair condition and undetermined hazard potential, the dam presents an opportunity for further research and assessment to ensure its continued safety and functionality in the face of changing climatic conditions. Its role in providing recreational activities adds a unique dimension to the conservation efforts surrounding dams in the region.

Dam Length

575

Dam Height

27

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

27

Nid Storage

45.14

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

27
       
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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.