Greene Acres Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Greene Acres Dam, also known as Greene Development Lake, is a privately owned structure located in Stanardsville, Virginia.
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Summary
The dam serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction and recreation, with a primary focus on providing recreational opportunities for the community. With a height of 37 feet and a length of 900 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 341 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 23.1 acres.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 177 feet, and it is classified as having a significant hazard potential. Despite this, the dam's condition assessment as of January 2018 was deemed fair. The dam is under state jurisdiction and regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia. While it has not undergone recent modifications, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Greene Acres Dam as a vital infrastructure piece that not only helps with flood risk reduction but also provides a recreational space for the local community. Its location near the South River and Rapidan River tributaries adds to its ecological significance, showcasing the interconnectedness of water resources in the region. As efforts continue to maintain and monitor the dam's condition, it serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed tributary to South River - VAHU6 RA26 Rapidan River - South River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
341 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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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