Monacan Indian Dam
Monacan Indian Dam is an earth dam located in Amherst County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
About Monacan Indian Dam
The primary purpose of Monacan Indian Dam is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. The dam is owned by Monacan Indian Nation (private).
The dam stands 31 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 5 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 81 acre-feet.
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Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Amherst |
| Coordinates | 37.53040, -79.15410 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | Monacan Indian Nation |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA009049 |
| Federal ID | VA009049 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |
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