Hamilton Dam
Virginia — Nottoway County — Dickerson Creek (VAHU6 CU01 Nottoway River - Dry Creek)
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Nottoway |
| River | Dickerson Creek (VAHU6 CU01 Nottoway River - Dry Creek) |
| Coordinates | 37.08770, -78.18820 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 873 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 873 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 5, 2014 |
| Inspection Frequency | 6 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Alexander Hamilton |
| Other Name | Hamilton Lake |
Location Map
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.