Thorton Dam

Thorton Dam is an earth dam located in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.

About Thorton Dam

The primary purpose of Thorton Dam is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Tommy K. & Lacey M. Thorton (private). It impounds the Sandy Creek.

The dam stands 29 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles.

Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.

Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPittsylvania
River/StreamSandy Creek
Coordinates36.65940, -79.27410

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage94 acre-ft
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerTommy K. & Lacey M. Thorton
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationUndetermined
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDVA143022
Federal IDVA143022
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams