T. Potts Dam #1 is an earth dam located in Fluvanna County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 28 ft28 ft tall, taller than 62% of U.S. dams with a recorded height. 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 T. Potts Dam #1
The primary purpose of T. Potts Dam #1 is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Theodore R. Potts (private).
The dam stands 28 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Fluvanna |
| Coordinates | 37.81510, -78.44170 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner | Theodore R. Potts |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA065016 |
| Federal ID | VA065016 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |