Orange Dam
Orange Dam is an earth dam located in Buckingham County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
About Orange Dam
The primary purpose of Orange Dam is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. It impounds the Tr-appomattox River.
The dam stands 38 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 99 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles.
At 38 feet, this dam is taller than 85% of dams nationwide.
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Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Buckingham |
| River/Stream | Tr-appomattox River |
| Coordinates | 37.33710, -78.51670 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA029074 |
| Federal ID | VA029074 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |
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