Lewis Nursery Dam #3 is a privately owned dam located in Pittsylvania, Virginia, along an unnamed tributary to Cascade Creek.
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The dam, primarily used for irrigation purposes, is an earth-type structure with a height of 28 feet and a length of 260 feet. It has a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 30 acre-feet.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Lewis Nursery Dam #3 is classified as state-regulated, with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently labeled as 'Undetermined' and its condition assessment is 'Not Rated', the dam has not undergone any recent modifications or assessments. As of the latest data update in April 2021, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place for the dam.
Despite its relatively small surface area of 3 acres, Lewis Nursery Dam #3 plays a significant role in supporting irrigation activities in the surrounding area. With its state-regulated status and diligent oversight by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the region while also highlighting the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance and monitoring in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed tributary to Cascade Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
28 |
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