Mittleman Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: West Pond @ Shellhorn Dam Rapidan Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Mittleman Dam, located in Louisa, Virginia, is a state-regulated structure managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam is situated on the TR-NEGRO RUN river/stream and serves primarily for recreation purposes, as well as flood risk reduction. With a height of 22 feet and a length of 375 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 51 acre-feet.
Although the condition assessment of Mittleman Dam is currently not rated, it is inspected on a regular basis, with the last inspection date unknown. The hazard potential of the dam is considered undetermined, indicating the need for further evaluation. Despite these uncertainties, the dam remains an important asset for water resource management in the area, and its regulatory status ensures ongoing monitoring and enforcement to maintain safety standards.
The dam's location within the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers underscores its significance in the region's water infrastructure. As climate change increasingly impacts water resources, structures like Mittleman Dam play a crucial role in both flood control and recreational activities. Continued assessments and risk management measures will be essential to ensure the safety and functionality of this important water resource feature in Virginia.
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NEGRO RUN |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Mittleman Dam