Muddiman Dam

South Fork of the Appomattox River - VAHU6 JA01 Appomattox River - Wolf Creek· Appomattox, Virginia· Earth· 34 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Muddiman Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage319 acre-ft
Normal Storage182 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA011011

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: June 24, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Muddiman Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Muddiman Dam?

Muddiman 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 Muddiman Dam?

Muddiman Dam is owned by Muddiman Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Muddiman Dam?

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

How tall is Muddiman Dam?

Muddiman Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Muddiman Dam last inspected?

Muddiman Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2020. 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.