Amelia Dam
Virginia, Amelia County, Unnamed tributary to Appomattox River - Bent Creek VAHU6 JA21
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Amelia |
| River | Unnamed tributary to Appomattox River - Bent Creek VAHU6 JA21 |
| Coordinates | 37.47160, -77.92030 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| NID Storage | 743 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 743 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 102 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 12, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 6 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources |
| Other Name | Amelia Fishing Lake;Lake Amelia Dam |
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.