Crawford Dam

Amelia, Virginia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Crawford Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA007018

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Bryce Hylton;Madan Kanakamedala

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crawford Dam?

Crawford Dam 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 Crawford Dam?

Crawford Dam is owned by Bryce Hylton;Madan Kanakamedala (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Crawford Dam?

Crawford Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crawford Dam?

Crawford Dam has a dam height of 26 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.