Amherst County Dam # 10 is an earth dam located in Amherst County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Hazard potentialUndetermined
ConditionNot assessed
Emergency action planNone on file
Last inspectionNot reported
Height22 ft
Dam profile
NID height · 22 ft22 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About Amherst County Dam # 10
The primary purpose of Amherst County Dam # 10 is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.
The dam stands 22 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 19 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 175 acre-feet.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Amherst |
| Coordinates | 37.55040, -79.05140 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA009035 |
| Federal ID | VA009035 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |
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