Amelia County Dam # 10
Key Takeaway
Amelia County Dam # 10 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA007021 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Amelia County Dam # 10?
Amelia County Dam # 10 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Amelia County Dam # 10?
Amelia County Dam # 10 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Amelia County Dam # 10?
Amelia County Dam # 10 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amelia County Dam # 10?
Amelia County Dam # 10 has a dam height of 27 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.