Crystal Dam is an earth dam located in Nottoway County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 20 ft20 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 Crystal Dam
The primary purpose of Crystal Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Town of Crewe (local government). It impounds the Tr-little Nottoway River.
The dam stands 20 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 500 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 8 square miles.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Nottoway |
| River/Stream | Tr-little Nottoway River |
| Coordinates | 37.12090, -78.08330 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Town of Crewe |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA135004 |
| Federal ID | VA135004 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |