Shorter Dam

Virginia — Pittsylvania County — Unnamed tributary to Sandy River

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPittsylvania
RiverUnnamed tributary to Sandy River
Coordinates36.77600, -79.62840

Physical Characteristics

NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length290 ft
NID Storage58 acre-ft
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialUndetermined
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNot Required
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary Purpose—
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSara N Shorter

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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