Thorton Dam
Virginia — Pittsylvania County — SANDY CREEK
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Pittsylvania |
| River | SANDY CREEK |
| Coordinates | 36.65940, -79.27410 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Tommy K. & Lacey M. Thorton |
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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.