Fluvanna Correction Ctr For Women Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
The Fluvanna Correction Center for Women Dam, also known as the Fluvanna Women's Institute, is a state-owned structure located in Fluvanna, Virginia.
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Summary
This dam serves the primary purpose of water supply, drawing water from Mechunk Creek. It is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Constructed as an earth dam with a height of 34 feet, the Fluvanna Dam has a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 121.3 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 5.63 acres and has a hydraulic height matching its structural height. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in January 2004, with a hazard potential listed as undetermined and a condition assessment deemed not rated.
While the specific details surrounding the Fluvanna Correction Center for Women Dam's construction date, spillway type, and other characteristics remain unknown, its presence as a vital water resource structure in Virginia highlights the importance of maintaining and regulating dams for water supply purposes. Climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates can appreciate the critical role this dam plays in ensuring water availability and safety for the local community.
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
from Mechunk Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.63 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rivanna River At Palmyra
|
520cfs |
N F Rivanna River Near Earlysville
|
123cfs |
Hardware River Bl Briery Run Nr Scottsville
|
124cfs |
James River At Scottsville
|
3600cfs |
Moormans River Near Free Union
|
67cfs |
Mechums River Near White Hall
|
145cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Fluvanna Correction Ctr For Women Dam