Daltons Dam

Meadow Creek· Caroline, Virginia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Daltons Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA)
Dam Length212 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage94 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
NID IDVA033013

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
Last Inspection: July 28, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Gary Allen Rozell

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Daltons Dam?

Daltons 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 Daltons Dam?

Daltons Dam is owned by Gary Allen Rozell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Daltons Dam?

Daltons Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Daltons Dam?

Daltons Dam has a dam height of 20 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.

When was Daltons Dam last inspected?

Daltons Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.