High Mountain Farm Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

High Mountain Farm Dam, located in Fauquier, Virginia, is a privately owned dam on Bartons Creek with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 34 feet and a length of 250 feet, this earth dam has a storage capacity of 431 acre-feet and a surface area of 20.8 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.

The dam, completed at an unknown date, serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other outdoor activities. The dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "not rated" as of its last inspection in June 2003, with an emergency action plan last revised in August 2004. With its location in the Baltimore District and under state jurisdiction, High Mountain Farm Dam provides a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

Despite its simple earth structure, this dam on Bartons Creek serves as a vital water resource for the region, providing both storage and recreational opportunities. With its low hazard potential and state-regulated status, High Mountain Farm Dam stands as a testament to responsible water management and the intersection of nature and human activity in Virginia's landscape. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam offers a glimpse into the balance between conservation and recreation in a natural setting.

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

Bartons Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20.8

Hydraulic Height

34

Drainage Area

1.94

Nid Storage

431

Structural Height

34

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

34
       
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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.