Scogo Dam is an earth dam located in Albemarle County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 24 ft24 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About Scogo Dam
The primary purpose of Scogo Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Scott, Jr., Fred (private). It impounds the Middle Branch of Hardware River.
The dam stands 24 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 173 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 1 square miles.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Albemarle |
| River/Stream | Middle Branch of Hardware River |
| Coordinates | 37.98330, -78.66270 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Scott, Jr., Fred |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA003139 |
| Federal ID | VA003139 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |