Blue Ridge Forest Dam

Virginia — Albemarle County — Fishing Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAlbemarle
RiverFishing Creek
Coordinates38.14260, -78.51620

Physical Characteristics

NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length450 ft
NID Storage364 acre-ft
Max Storage364 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 19, 2022
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerMallard Lake Homeowners Association
Other NameMallard Lake

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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