Burton Dam
Burton Dam is an earth dam located in Halifax County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
About Burton Dam
The primary purpose of Burton Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Thomas M. Burton (private). It impounds the Tr-nannister River.
The dam stands 28 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet.
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Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Halifax |
| River/Stream | Tr-nannister River |
| Coordinates | 36.78180, -78.82910 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Thomas M. Burton |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA083030 |
| Federal ID | VA083030 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |
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